Dalbergia sissoides - Uses, Benefits & Care
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Authors:
Wight & Arn.
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ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194811
Common Names
- Indian Rosewood
- Shisham
- Dalbergia Sissoo
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- Dalbergia emarginata Prain [unknown]
- Dalbergia latifolia sissoides (Wight & Arn.) Baker [unknown]
Description
Dalbergia sissoides (also called Indian Rosewood, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to India. It grows up to 25 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in tropical forests and in moist, humid areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dalbergia sissoides is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, white, in clusters of 2-3. Seed: small, black, flattened. Seedlings: have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dalbergia sissoides is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be semi-hardwood.
Where to Find Dalbergia sissoides
Dalbergia sissoides can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Dalbergia sissoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalbergia sissoides?
Dalbergia sissoides
What is the common name of Dalbergia sissoides?
Indian Rosewood
What is the family of Dalbergia sissoides?
Fabaceae
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
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:490468-1: Based on the initial data import