Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calycina
ID:
169660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.4(Suppl.): 35 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168989

Common Names

  • Calycina Rosewood
  • Mexican Rosewood
  • Tulipwood

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Synonyms

  • Dalbergia intibucana Standl. & L.O.Williams [valid]
  • Amerimnon calycinum Kuntze [valid]

Description

Dalbergia calycina (also called Mexican 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 Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia calycina 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 calycina 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 calycina 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 calycina

Dalbergia calycina is native to India and is found in the moist deciduous forests of the Western Ghats.

Dalbergia calycina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia calycina?

Dalbergia calycina

What is the common name of Dalbergia calycina?

Calycina Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia calycina?

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