Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigra
ID:
171134

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) Allemão ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.4(Suppl.): 36 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170463

Common Names

  • Black Rosewood
  • Cocobolo
  • Cocobolo Negro

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Synonyms

  • Drepanocarpus microphyllus Wawra [illegitimate]
  • Miscolobium nigrum Allemao [deprecated]
  • Pterocarpus niger Vell. [valid]
  • Amerimnon nigrum Kuntze [valid]
  • Miscolobium nigrum (Vell.) Allemão [illegitimate]

Description

Dalbergia nigra (also called Black Dalbergia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry forests and scrublands. It has oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia nigra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating headaches, fever, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dalbergia nigra is a small, yellow-green, tubular flower. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia nigra is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Dalbergia nigra

Dalbergia nigra is native to South America and can be found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Dalbergia nigra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia nigra?

Dalbergia nigra

What is the common name of Dalbergia nigra?

Black Bean

Where is Dalbergia nigra found?

Dalbergia nigra is found in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean

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

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.