Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
185756

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. ed. 1832, 3: 228 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185085

Common Names

  • Dalbergia Ferruginea
  • Ferruginous Rosewood
  • Ferruginous Indian Rosewood

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Synonyms

  • Dalbergia rivularis Merr. & L.M.Perry [valid]
  • Dalbergia luzoniensis Vogel [valid]
  • Dalbergia ferruginea daronensis Elmer [unknown]
  • Amerimnon luzoniense (Vogel) Kuntze [valid]
  • Amerimnon ferrugineum (Roxb.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Dalbergia ferruginea (also called African Rosewood, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Africa. It grows in dry and moist forests, as well as in scrub and open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia ferruginea is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used as a natural dye and as a soil conditioner.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalbergia ferruginea has white flowers with a yellow throat. Its seeds are flat and brown. Seedlings are light green with oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia ferruginea can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Dalbergia ferruginea

Dalbergia ferruginea is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in open grasslands, scrublands, and wastelands.

Dalbergia ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia ferruginea?

Dalbergia ferruginea

What is the common name of Dalbergia ferruginea?

Rusty rosewood

What is the growth habit of Dalbergia ferruginea?

It is a deciduous tree

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