Dalbergia — 69 species
Botanical species in the genus Dalbergia recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Dalbergia abrahamii
Dalbergia abrahamii
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia annamensis
Dalbergia annamensis
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.
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Dalbergia assamica
Dalbergia assamica
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.
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Dalbergia baronii
Dalbergia baronii
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
A plant of the humid tropical lowlands. Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia bathiei
Dalbergia bathiei
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.
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Dalbergia brasiliensis
Dalbergia brasiliensis
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in full sun to moderate shade. Grows in the wild on moist, clayey soils. Young plants have a moderate rate of growth.
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Dalbergia cearensis
Dalbergia cearensis
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Grows best in a sunny position. Established plants are drought tolerant. Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments.
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Dalbergia chapelieri
Dalbergia chapelieri
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. The plant can be coppiced.
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Dalbergia chlorocarpa
Dalbergia chlorocarpa
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Found mainly on sandy soils in the wild. In cultivation plants are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia cochinchinensis
Dalbergia cochinchinensis
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
A plant of tropical lowland forests, where it is found at elevations up to 400 metres. It grows in areas with a uniform rainfall in the range 1,200 - 1,650 mm per year, with a mean annual temperature of 20 - 32°c and an absolute minimum temperature of 10°c. Older plants require a position in full sun, whilst younger plants are shade tolerant.
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Dalbergia cultrata
Dalbergia cultrata
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. A fast-growing tree.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia davidii
Dalbergia davidii
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
A tree of the lowland, seasonally dry tropics. This species grows in the wild on sandy soils. Members of this genus generally prefer a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia decipularis
Dalbergia decipularis
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Grows best in a sunny position. Established plants are drought tolerant. Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia delphinensis
Dalbergia delphinensis
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Prefers a moist, sandy soil in the wild. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia emirnensis
Dalbergia emirnensis
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Often found on sandy soils in the wild. Established plants are drought tolerant. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia erubescens
Dalbergia erubescens
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia funera
Dalbergia funera
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Dalbergia funera is a tree of the tropics where it is found at elevations of 500 - 2,000 metres. Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia glaberrima
Dalbergia glaberrima
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia glabra
Dalbergia glabra
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
A plant of lower elevations in the tropics. Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia glaucocarpa
Dalbergia glaucocarpa
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Established plants are drought tolerant. Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia glomerata
Dalbergia glomerata
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. In general, Dalbergia spp. occur in low densities and regenerate slowly, making them intrinsically at risk from high rates of decline from overharvest for timber.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia granadillo
Dalbergia granadillo
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Dalbergia granadillo is a plant of tropical lowlands, where it is found at elevations around 100 metres. Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia greveana
Dalbergia greveana
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. The tree is believed to grow slowly.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia hildebrandtii
Dalbergia hildebrandtii
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in a wide range of soils in the wild. In cultivation plants are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia humbertii
Dalbergia humbertii
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Established plants are drought tolerant. Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia hupeana
Dalbergia hupeana
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Dalbergia hupeana is a somewhat cold-hardy tree, tolerating temperatures down to around -10 to -15°c when dormant. It has been little cultivated outside its native range, but is growing well at several Arboreta in the eastern states of USA. It seems to appreciate hot, humid summers and moderately cold winters.
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Dalbergia lanceolaria
Dalbergia lanceolaria
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Young seedlings grow well in the dappled shade of the forest, but they become more light-demanding as they grow older. Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia latifolia
Dalbergia latifolia
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
A species of tropical, lowland monsoonal areas, it has been successfully cultivated at elevations up to 1,000 metres. The annual rainfall in its natural habitat ranges from 750 - 5,000 mm. The tree thrives in areas with up to 6 dry months with mean monthly rainfall of less than 40 mm.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia lemurica
Dalbergia lemurica
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia louvelii
Dalbergia louvelii
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.
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Dalbergia madagascariensis
Dalbergia madagascariensis
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia maritima
Dalbergia maritima
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.
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Dalbergia melanoxylon
Dalbergia melanoxylon
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
A plant of low to moderate elevations in the tropics, being found at elevations from sea level to 1,200 metres. It grows in areas where the mean annual temperature is in the range 18 - 35°c and the mean annual rainfall is 700 - 1,200 mm. Succeeds in a variety of soils, from loamy sands to clayey Vertisols (black cotton soils).
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia mimosella
Dalbergia mimosella
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia miscolobium
Dalbergia miscolobium
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
A plant of tropical savannah areas, usually found at elevations above 800 metres but sometimes descending to 200 metres. Requires a sunny position. Found in well-drained, sandy soils in the wild.
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Dalbergia mollis
Dalbergia mollis
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Found on sandy soils in the wild. Established plants are drought tolerant. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia monetaria
Dalbergia monetaria
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia monticola
Dalbergia monticola
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
A plant of the moister tropics, where it can be found at elevations up to 1,600 metres. It is found in regions where the mean annual temperature is in the range 18 - 23°c, and the mean annual rainfall is 750 - 2,500 mm. Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia neoperrieri
Dalbergia neoperrieri
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia nigra
Dalbergia nigra
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Prefers a sunny position. Succeeds in dry soils. Established plants are drought tolerant.
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Dalbergia nitidula
Dalbergia nitidula
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. A slow-growing tree.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia normandii
Dalbergia normandii
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia odorifera
Dalbergia odorifera
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia oliveri
Dalbergia oliveri
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Young trees are fairly shade tolerant, but older trees prefer a sunny position. Members of this genus generally prefer a fertile, loam soil. A slow-growing tree.
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Dalbergia orientalis
Dalbergia orientalis
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia ovata
Dalbergia ovata
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia pacifica
Dalbergia pacifica
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
A plant of lower elevations in the moist tropics. Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia palo-escrito
Dalbergia palo-escrito
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia parviflora
Dalbergia parviflora
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Dalbergia parviflora is a plant of lowland tropical areas. Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia peltieri
Dalbergia peltieri
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia pervillei
Dalbergia pervillei
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Found in the wild on limestone, sands or sandstone soils, and also on ferralitic soils derived from gneiss and migmatite. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.
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Dalbergia pinnata
Dalbergia pinnata
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia pseudobaronii
Dalbergia pseudobaronii
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia purpurascens
Dalbergia purpurascens
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
A tree of lowland tropical areas where there is a distinct dry season. Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia retusa
Dalbergia retusa
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. A slow-growing species.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia rimosa
Dalbergia rimosa
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia saxatilis
Dalbergia saxatilis
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. There are conflicting reports on whether or not this tree has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, so it is unclear as to whether this tree fixes atmospheric nitrogen.
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Dalbergia sissoo
Dalbergia sissoo
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
A plant of the tropics and subtropics, it is adapted to a seasonal monsoon climate and a dry season of up to 6 months. It has been planted successfully in regions with 600 - 900 mm annual rainfall, which is too dry for most other timber species. However, for optimal growth more than 1,000 mm of annual rainfall is required and it can succeed in areas with 4,500mm.
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Dalbergia spruceana
Dalbergia spruceana
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
A plant of the moist tropics, where it is usually found at elevations from 200 - 1,200 metres. Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia stevensonii
Dalbergia stevensonii
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.
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Dalbergia stipulacea
Dalbergia stipulacea
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.
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Dalbergia suaresensis
Dalbergia suaresensis
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
The plant grows in the wild on sandy, sandstone or limestone soils. In cultivation it is likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
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Dalbergia trichocarpa
Dalbergia trichocarpa
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
The plant grows on various substrates in the wild, including sandy, rocky and basalt- or limestone-derived soils In cultivation it is likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. The tree can be coppiced. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia tricolor
Dalbergia tricolor
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Found in the wild on sandy soils, ferralitic soils derived from gneiss, or on thin, rocky soils. In cultivation plants are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia tsiandalana
Dalbergia tsiandalana
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Usually found in sandy soils in the wild. In cultivation plants are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia tucurensis
Dalbergia tucurensis
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus are mainly found in the wild growing in sany soils and on limestone escarpments. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia urschii
Dalbergia urschii
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Found in sandy soils in the wild. Established plants are drought tolerant. In cultivation they are likely to do well in a fertile, loam soil and a position in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Dalbergia villosa
Dalbergia villosa
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Requires a sunny position. Succeeds in poor sandy soils. It grows in the wild in well-drained, sandy soils.
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Dalbergia xerophila
Dalbergia xerophila
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Found in the wild on sandy soils. Tolerant of dry and poor soils. Established plants are drought tolerant.
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