Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lateriflora
ID:
169688

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.4(Suppl.): 37 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169017

Common Names

  • Late-Flowered Rosewood
  • Tropical Rosewood
  • Cocoa Rosewood

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Synonyms

  • Dalbergia rosei Hoehne [valid]
  • Miscolobium lateriflorum (Benth.) Benth. [valid]
  • Amerimnon lateriflorum Kuntze [valid]

Description

Dalbergia lateriflora (also called Brazilian rosewood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae. It is native to South America, where it is found in Brazil. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia lateriflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and other woodworking projects. The wood is highly valued for its strength and durability.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dalbergia lateriflora are small, yellow and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia lateriflora is a medium-sized tree native to tropical Africa. It is widely cultivated as an ornamental tree in tropical and subtropical regions. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within a few weeks.

Where to Find Dalbergia lateriflora

Dalbergia lateriflora is native to tropical regions of Africa, including Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, and Uganda.

Dalbergia lateriflora FAQ

What is the common name of Dalbergia lateriflora?

Brazilian rosewood

What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia lateriflora?

It is native to the Atlantic rainforest in Brazil

What is the wood of Dalbergia lateriflora used for?

The wood is used for furniture, musical instruments, and decorative items

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