Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.4(Suppl.): 37 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193541
Common Names
- Dalbergia densiflora
- Dense-Flowered Dalbergia
- Dense-Flowered Rosewood
Synonyms
- Miscolobium densiflorum Benth. [valid]
- Miscolobium divaricatum Benth. [valid]
- Amerimnon densiflorum Kuntze [valid]
Description
Dalbergia densiflora (also called Dense-flowered rosewood, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 10 meters and has a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in savannas and dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dalbergia densiflora is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food flavoring and as a dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dalbergia densiflora is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dalbergia densiflora is a hardy, evergreen tree native to Brazil. It can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Dalbergia densiflora requires little maintenance and can tolerate dry periods.
Where to Find Dalbergia densiflora
Dalbergia densiflora is native to South America and is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Dalbergia densiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalbergia densiflora?
Dalbergia densiflora
What is the common name of Dalbergia densiflora?
Dense-flowered Rosewood
What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia densiflora?
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