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Indian Rosewood

Dalbergia Sissoo

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Overview

The Indian Rosewood, Dalbergia sissoo, is a deciduous tree prized for its richly hued timber and shade-providing canopy. Mature trees reach up to 60 feet tall with a 2-3 foot diameter trunk. It flourishes in well-drained, loamy soils and full sun, with moderate water needs. Its resilience makes it ideal for urban settings, and it is also used for erosion control. The tree blooms with inconspicuous white flowers in spring.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 10–11Type TreeClimate Arid, Subtropical
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — The Indian Rosewood is well-regarded for its resilience; extensively used in fine furniture and cabinetry

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — typically 3 to 5 inches long
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — It flourishes in well-drained, loamy soils and full sun, with moderate water needs
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — Regular pruning may be necessary to maintain its shape and health
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — the tree produces inconspicuous whitish to pink flowers; scientifically known as Dalbergia sissoo
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — pod-like seed structures that can be up to 2 inches in length; typically 3 to 5 inches long
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — thriving in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12; it flourishes in well-drained, loamy soils and full sun, with moderate
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — It flourishes in well-drained, loamy soils and full sun, with moderate water needs; thriving in USDA hardiness zones 10
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — Its resilience makes it ideal for urban settings, and it is also used for erosion control
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — typically 3 to 5 inches long; pod-like seed structures that can be up to 2 inches in length
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — Typically reaching heights of 50 to 70 feet with a canopy spread of up to 50 feet
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — Its trunk can grow to a diameter of 1.5 to 3 feet
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — Mature trees reach up to 60 feet tall with a 2-3 foot diameter trunk; its trunk can grow to a diameter of 1.5 to 3 feet
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — pod-like seed structures that can be up to 2 inches in length
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — this robust species offers ample shade; thin bark that matures to a deep fissured texture.<br><br>The leaves of Dalbergia
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — scientifically known as Dalbergia sissoo; the tree produces inconspicuous whitish to pink flowers
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — Mature trees reach up to 60 feet tall with a 2-3 foot diameter trunk
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — is a deciduous tree esteemed for its elegance and versatility in landscape designs
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — thriving in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — the tree produces inconspicuous whitish to pink flowers
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Dalbergia Sissoo
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