Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
172921

Status:
valid

Authors:
Micheli

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique, Compt.-Rend. 36: 64 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000172250

Common Names

  • Dalbergia laxiflora
  • Laxiflora Dalbergia
  • Laxiflora Rosewood

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Description

Dalbergia laxiflora (also called Lax-flowered Rosewood, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has white flowers and can grow up to 10 m in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia laxiflora is used as an ornamental plant, and its wood is used in furniture and musical instruments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Dalbergia laxiflora flower is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia laxiflora is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Dalbergia laxiflora

Dalbergia laxiflora is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in the Amazon rainforest, as well as in parts of Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Dalbergia laxiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia laxiflora?

Dalbergia laxiflora

What is the common name of Dalbergia laxiflora?

Lax-flowered rosewood

What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia laxiflora?

Tropical rainforests

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

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