Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ruddae
ID:
1286692

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Linares & M.Sousa

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Ceiba48: 67 (2007 publ. 2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286030

Common Names

  • Dalbergia ruddae
  • Ruddae Dalbergia
  • Ruddae Rosewood

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Description

Dalbergia ruddae (also called Rudd's Rosewood, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It is a medium-sized tree with a rounded crown and a short trunk. The leaves are alternate, pinnate, and glabrous. The flowers are small and yellow. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia ruddae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of edible oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalbergia ruddae has small, yellowish-green flowers, which are followed by small, dark brown seeds. Seedlings are slender and have two, erect leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia ruddae is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by layering. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Dalbergia ruddae

Dalbergia ruddae is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in dry grasslands and along streams.

Dalbergia ruddae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia ruddae?

Dalbergia ruddae

What is the common name of Dalbergia ruddae?

Rudd's Dalbergia

What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia ruddae?

Dry, rocky slopes in Mexico

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

Mario Sousa (1940-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Sousa' in the authors string.
José Linares (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Linares' in the authors string.