Status:
valid
Authors:
Hoehne
Source:
ildis
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Arq. Bot. Estado São Paulo, n.s., f.m., 1(1): 27 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169001
Common Names
- Dalbergia ernest-ulei
- Ule's Rosewood
- Ernest Ulei Rosewood
Description
Dalbergia ernest-ulei (also called Brazilian rosewood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae. It is native to South America, where it is found in Brazil. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dalbergia ernest-ulei is a hardwood tree used in furniture making and for making musical instruments such as guitars, flutes, and drums. It is also used for making decorative items such as boxes and carvings.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dalbergia ernest-ulei is a small, white or yellowish-white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, flat, brown, and round shaped seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a dark green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dalbergia ernest-ulei is a medium-sized tree native to tropical Africa. It is widely cultivated as an ornamental tree in tropical and subtropical regions. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within a few weeks.
Where to Find Dalbergia ernest-ulei
Dalbergia ernest-ulei is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.
Dalbergia ernest-ulei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalbergia ernest-ulei?
Dalbergia ernest-ulei
What is the common name of Dalbergia ernest-ulei?
Ernest-Ulei Ironwood
What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia ernest-ulei?
Tropical dry 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