Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xerophila
ID:
196891

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bosser & R.Rabev

Source:
ildis

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia18: 183 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196220



Common Names

  • Dalbergia Xerophila
  • Xerophila Rosewood
  • Rosewood


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Description

Dalbergia xerophila (also called 'Xerophila 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 xerophila is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalbergia xerophila has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia xerophila 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 xerophila

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

Dalbergia xerophila FAQ

What is the common name of Dalbergia xerophila?

Xerophilous Rosewood

What is the natural range of Dalbergia xerophila?

Madagascar

What is the typical height of Dalbergia xerophila?

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