Honduras Rosewood (Dalbergia stevensonii)

Family: Fabaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Found in Central America specifically in Belize, Dalbergia stevensonii or commonly known as Honduras Rosewood is a slow growing, medium-sized tree of about 30 m in height with a trunk diameter of up to 90cm in diameter. It has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria that forms nodule on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Rainforests, mainly along the rivers, though also occurring in their inter-riverain and drier areas. (Zone 10)