Dalbergia pluriflora - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
J. Bot.66(Suppl. 1): 126 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000172418
Common Names
- Pluriflora Rosewood
- Dalbergia
- Brazilian Rosewood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dalbergia pluriflora (also called Many-flowered Dalbergia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to South America. It has a dense, spreading crown and grows up to 5 m tall. Its leaves are small and bipinnate, and its flowers are yellow. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Dalbergia pluriflora is used for its medicinal properties, as a source of food, and for its wood and bark.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dalbergia pluriflora has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are green and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dalbergia pluriflora is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Dalbergia pluriflora
Dalbergia pluriflora is native to South America, and can be found in countries such as Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Dalbergia pluriflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalbergia pluriflora?
Dalbergia pluriflora
What is the common name of Dalbergia pluriflora?
Pluriflora Rosewood
What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia pluriflora?
Tropical rainforests of 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
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dalbergia pluriflora Baker f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.