Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viguieri
ID:
196890

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bosser & R.Rabev

Source:
ildis

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia18: 189 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196219



Common Names

  • Dalbergia Viguieri
  • Viguier's Rosewood
  • Rosewood


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Description

Dalbergia viguieri (also called 'Viguieri rosewood', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia viguieri is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dalbergia viguieri are white and fragrant, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia viguieri can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Dalbergia viguieri

Dalbergia viguieri is native to Madagascar and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the island.

Dalbergia viguieri FAQ

What is the common name of Dalbergia viguieri?

Viguier's Rosewood

What is the natural range of Dalbergia viguieri?

Madagascar

What is the typical height of Dalbergia viguieri?

Up to 10 m

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