Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovalis
ID:
1413013

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) P.L.R.Moraes & L.P.Queiroz

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa41: 46 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425478


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Description

Dalbergia ovalis (also called Oval Dalbergia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white, tubular flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in open woodlands, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia ovalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalbergia ovalis has small, yellowish-green flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia ovalis is an evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. The cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Dalbergia ovalis

Dalbergia ovalis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests.

Dalbergia ovalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia ovalis?

Dalbergia ovalis

What is the common name of Dalbergia ovalis?

Oval-leaved Dalbergia

What is the family of Dalbergia ovalis?

Fabaceae

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Luciano Paganucci de Queiroz (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.P.Queiroz' in the authors string.
Pedro Luís Rodrigues de Moraes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.L.R.Moraes' in the authors string.