Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
assamica
ID:
198635

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
F.A.W.Miquel, Pl. Jungh.: 256 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197964

Common Names

  • Dalbergia assamica
  • Assam Dalbergia
  • Assam Rosewood

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Synonyms

  • Dalbergia szemaoensis Prain [valid]
  • Dalbergia balansae Prain [unknown]
  • Dalbergia prazeri Prain [unknown]
  • Amerimnon assamicum (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Dalbergia lanceolaria assamica (Benth.) Thoth. [valid]
  • Dalbergia assamica laccifera (Eberh. & Dubard) Niyomdham [unknown]
  • Dalbergia hupeana laccifera [unknown]

Description

Dalbergia assamica (also called Assam Rosewood, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with small white flowers. It is native to India and is commonly found in dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia assamica is used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antifungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Dalbergia assamica is a yellow, pea-like flower. The seed is a flat, brown, bean-like structure. The seedlings have a single pair of compound leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia assamica can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be thinned to allow for adequate space for growth. The plants should be fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer. The plants should be kept in full sun and the soil should be kept moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Dalbergia assamica

Dalbergia assamica is native to India and can be found in the tropical forests of Assam.

Dalbergia assamica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia assamica?

Dalbergia assamica

What is the common name of Dalbergia assamica?

Assam Rosewood

Where is Dalbergia assamica native to?

India

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 Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:490087-1: Based on the initial data import