Status:
valid
Authors:
O.Lachenaud
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. Upsal.38: 190 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330848
Common Names
- Dalbergia Xylocarpa
- Dalbergia
- Xylocarp Dalbergia
Description
Dalbergia xylocarpa (also called Rosewood, among many other common names) is a small tree native to India and Southeast Asia. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry and moist deciduous forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dalbergia xylocarpa is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dalbergia xylocarpa has fragrant white flowers, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dalbergia xylocarpa is a small tree native to India. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be protected from direct sunlight.
Where to Find Dalbergia xylocarpa
Dalbergia xylocarpa is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Dalbergia xylocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalbergia xylocarpa?
Dalbergia xylocarpa
What is the common name of Dalbergia xylocarpa?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia xylocarpa?
Tropical forests
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