Status:
valid
Authors:
A.M.Carvalho
Source:
ildis
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Brittonia49: 102 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193577
Common Names
- Grandistipula Rosewood
- Grandistipula Dalbergia
- Dalbergia Grandistipula
Description
Dalbergia grandistipula (also called Grand-stipuled rosewood, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 10 meters and has a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in savannas and dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dalbergia grandistipula is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food flavoring and as a dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white, and fragrant. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dalbergia grandistipula is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-draining medium such as sand or perlite. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Dalbergia grandistipula
Dalbergia grandistipula is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, from Brazil to Argentina.
Dalbergia grandistipula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalbergia grandistipula?
Dalbergia grandistipula
What is the common name of Dalbergia grandistipula?
Large-tipped Dalbergia
Where is Dalbergia grandistipula native to?
Central and South America
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