Status:
valid
Authors:
Rizzini & A.Mattos
Source:
ildis
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Anais Acad. Brasil. Ci.40: 232 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173750
Common Names
- African Rosewood
- Mozambique Rosewood
- Cabriuva
Description
Dalbergia decipularis (also called African Rosewood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in the moist lowland forests of the Congo Basin. The tree grows to a height of 15–20 m and has a trunk diameter of up to 50 cm. Its bark is grey-brown and its leaves are pinnate with 7–13 leaflets.
Uses & Benefits
Dalbergia decipularis is used for its wood, which is used for making furniture, musical instruments, and sculptures. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dalbergia decipularis is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dalbergia decipularis is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Dalbergia decipularis
Dalbergia decipularis can be found in the Brazilian states of Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina.
Dalbergia decipularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalbergia decipularis?
Dalbergia decipularis
What is the common name of Dalbergia decipularis?
Decipular rosewood
What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia decipularis?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland 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