Dalbergia hortensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
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Authors:
Heringer & al.
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ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193558
Common Names
- Garden Rosewood
- Dalbergia Hortensis
- Hortense Dalbergia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dalbergia hortensis (also called Hortense 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 hortensis 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 hortensis is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dalbergia hortensis 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 hortensis requires little maintenance and can tolerate dry periods.
Where to Find Dalbergia hortensis
Dalbergia hortensis is native to South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, and is often found in moist forests and disturbed areas.
Dalbergia hortensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalbergia hortensis?
Dalbergia hortensis
What is the common name of Dalbergia hortensis?
Hortensia
Where is Dalbergia hortensis native to?
Central and South America
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
References
Ezechias Heringer (1905-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heringer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:302563-2: Based on the initial data import