Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calderonii
ID:
169659

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.4: 311 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168988

Common Names

  • Calderon Rosewood
  • Colombian Rosewood
  • Tulipwood

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Synonyms

  • Dalbergia funera Standl. [valid]
  • Dalbergia calderonii calderonii [unknown]

Description

Dalbergia calderonii (also called Honduran rosewood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Central America, where it is found in Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia calderonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalbergia calderonii has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia calderonii can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Dalbergia calderonii

Dalbergia calderonii is native to Mexico and is found in the dry deciduous forests of Central Mexico.

Dalbergia calderonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia calderonii?

Dalbergia calderonii

What is the common name of Dalbergia calderonii?

Calderonii Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia calderonii?

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