Status:
valid
Authors:
Vatke
Source:
ildis
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z.28: 263 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000172542
Common Names
- Dalbergia vacciniifolia
- Vacciniifolia Dalbergia
- Vacciniifolia Dalbergia Plant
Synonyms
- Dalbergia mearnsii De Wild. [valid]
Description
Dalbergia vacciniifolia (also called Vacciniifolia rosewood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family Fabaceae. It is native to the Atlantic Forest ecoregion of southeastern Brazil. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, at altitudes of up to 1,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Dalbergia vacciniifolia is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture, musical instruments, and other wood products. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dalbergia vacciniifolia is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dalbergia vacciniifolia is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Dalbergia vacciniifolia
Dalbergia vacciniifolia is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.
Dalbergia vacciniifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalbergia vacciniifolia?
Dalbergia vacciniifolia
What type of plant is Dalbergia vacciniifolia?
It is a tree
Where is Dalbergia vacciniifolia native to?
It is native to Brazil
Species in the Dalbergia genus
Dalbergia simpsonii,
Dalbergia acuta,
Dalbergia calderonii,
Dalbergia calycina,
Dalbergia catingicola,
Dalbergia cearensis,
Dalbergia chontalensis,
Dalbergia congestiflora,
Dalbergia debilis,
Dalbergia enneaphylla,
Dalbergia ernest-ulei,
Dalbergia frutescens,
Dalbergia glabra,
Dalbergia glandulosa,
Dalbergia glaziovii,
Dalbergia glomerata,
Dalbergia gracilis,
Dalbergia granadillo,
Dalbergia hiemalis,
Dalbergia inundata,
Dalbergia iquitosensis,
Dalbergia lateriflora,
Dalbergia melanocardium,
Dalbergia monophylla,
Dalbergia nitida,
Dalbergia retusa,
Dalbergia sampaioana,
Dalbergia stevensonii,
Dalbergia subcymosa,
Dalbergia tucurensis,
Dalbergia foliolosa,
Dalbergia glaucescens,
Dalbergia miscolobium,
Dalbergia nigra,
Dalbergia riparia,
Dalbergia villosa,
Dalbergia acariaeantha,
Dalbergia acutifoliolata,
Dalbergia adamii,
Dalbergia afzeliana,
Dalbergia ajudana,
Dalbergia albiflora,
Dalbergia altissima,
Dalbergia arbutifolia,
Dalbergia boehmii,
Dalbergia cibix,
Dalbergia tabascana,
Dalbergia obovata,
Dalbergia bracteolata,
Dalbergia carringtoniana,
Species in the Fabaceae family