Dalbergia melanoxylon
About
Dalbergia melanoxylon in French Grenadille d'Afrique is a flowering plant in the subfamily Faboideae of the family Fabaceae, native to seasonally dry regions of Africa from Senegal east to Eritrea, to southern regions of Tanzania to Mozambique and south to the north-eastern parts of South Africa. The tree is an important timber species in its native areas; it is used in the manufacture of musical instruments, sculptures vinyago in Swahili language and fine furniture. Populations and genomic resources for genetic biodiversity maintenance in parts of its native range are threatened by overharvesting due to poor or absent conservation planning and by the species' low germination rates.
- Family
- Fabaceae
How to use it
African Blackwood is primarily used for its timber, which is prized in the making of musical instruments like clarinets and oboes, as well as fine furniture. Its dense and durable wood makes it ideal for these applications, showcasing both beauty and functionality. However, sustainable practices are essential to protect this species from overharvesting.
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In the kitchen
African Blackwood is not eaten by humans. Instead, it is valued for its wood, which is used to create instruments and furniture. Always remember that some plants are best appreciated for their beauty and utility rather than as food!
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Dalbergia melanoxylon
- Slug
- dalbergia-melanoxylon
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Genus
- Dalbergia
- Species
- melanoxylon
- Wikidata QID
- Q83170
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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