Dalbergia sissoo Roxb. ex DC.

Also known as: Indian rosewood , sissoo,sheesham

A medium-sized deciduous tree known for its natural cleansing properties and wide ecological value.

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Quick Facts

FAMILY

Fabaceae

NATIVE REGION

India, Nepal, Bhutan

IUCN STATUS

Least concern

TYPE

Deciduous Tree

Native Information

Indian subcontinent (India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan)

Habitat

Riverbanks, plains and lower hill slopes;up to 1200m; prefers well drained alluvial soils.

Habit

Deciduous tree, 15-25m; pinnate leaves; small fragnant whitish flowers; brownish pods; straight trunk with rough bark.

Uses

Timber (furniture, cabinets, flooring); fuelwood fodder; shade tree medicinal uses(bark, leaves,seeds).

Important for ecological balance and supports biodiversity.

Plant Details

Seed

Flower

Fruit

Leaves

Bark

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