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General Information

Dalbergia glaberrima is a deciduous tree growing 8 - 12 metres tall.
The tree is a minor source of rosewood. It is harvested from the wild for its timber, which is used locally and also exported[].
Dalbergia glaberrima is endemic to Madagascar, where it has a restricted range. The species is known from protected areas, however, it is threatened by illegal logging and habitat loss due to shifting agriculture and charcoal production. The trees are selectively felled to supply local and national markets. The plant is classified as 'Vulnerable' in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species(2018)[].

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

Africa - western Madagascar.

Habitat

Seasonally dry forest and woodland on limestone outcrops[].

Properties

Conservation Status	Vulnerable
Other Uses Rating
Habit	Deciduous Tree
Height	10.00 m
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

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[].

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

The wood is of good quality. It is used in construction and for making furniture and handicrafts[, ].
The wood is used for fuel[]

Propagation

Like many species within the family Fabaceae, once they have been dried for storage the seeds of this species may benefit from scarification before sowing in order to speed up germination. This can usually be done by pouring a small amount of nearly boiling water on the seeds (being careful not to cook them!) and then soaking them for 12 - 24 hours in warm water. By this time they should have imbibed moisture and swollen - if they have not, then carefully make a nick in the seedcoat (being careful not to damage the embryo) and soak for a further 12 hours before sowing[].
Softwood cuttings of many species, especially if taken from younger plants, will root in a well-drained, sandy medium in a closed case with bottom heat[].

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