Dialium englerianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Henriq.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot.14: 48 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000166574
Common Names
- Dialium Englerianum
- Englerianum Dialium
- Dialium
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- Dialium lacourtianum De Wild. ex Vermoesen [invalid]
- Dialium simsii E.Phillips [unknown]
- Dialium quinquepetalum Pellegr. [valid]
- Dialium simii E.Phillips [valid]
Description
Dialium englerianum (also called Engler's Dialium, among many other common names) is a large tree native to South America. It has a straight trunk and its leaves are large, leathery, and dark green. It is found in moist, lowland forests and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Dialium englerianum is used as a timber tree for construction and furniture making. Its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever and skin diseases. It is also used as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dialium englerianum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dialium englerianum is a small tree or shrub native to tropical Africa. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Dialium englerianum
Dialium englerianum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Dialium englerianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dialium englerianum?
Dialium englerianum
What is the common name of Dialium englerianum?
Dialium
What is the family of Dialium englerianum?
Fabaceae
Species in the Dialium genus
Dialium angolense, Dialium bipindense, Dialium dinklagei, Dialium englerianum, Dialium excelsum, Dialium graciliflorum, Dialium guineense, Dialium hexasepalum, Dialium holtzii, Dialium kasaiense, Dialium latifolium, Dialium orientale, Dialium pachyphyllum, Dialium pentandrum, Dialium pobeguinii, Dialium poggei, Dialium polyanthum, Dialium reygaerti, Dialium schlechteri, Dialium tessmannii, Dialium guianense, Dialium ovoideum, Dialium madagascariense, Dialium occidentale, Dialium unifoliolatum, Dialium cochinchinense, Dialium indum, Dialium platysepalum, Dialium travancoricum, Dialium hydnocarpoides, Dialium kunstleri, Dialium lopense, Dialium rondoniense, Dialium hexaestaminatum, Dialium congestum, Dialium zenkeri, Dialium heterophyllum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Júlio Augusto Henriques (1838-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Henriq.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dialium englerianum Henriq.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.