Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balabaka
ID:
196709

Status:
valid

Authors:
Capuron

Source:
ildis

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Adansonia, n.s., 11: 367 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196038



Common Names

  • Albizia balabaka
  • Balabaka Albizia
  • Balabaka Albizia


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Description

Albizia balabaka (also called Balabaka Albizia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Madagascar. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia balabaka is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia balabaka has small, yellow-white flowers that appear in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown pod. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia balabaka is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant tree that can reach heights of up to 10m. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix. The seed should be soaked in water overnight before sowing. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a sunny spot until they are established.

Where to Find Albizia balabaka

Albizia balabaka is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Albizia balabaka FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia balabaka?

Albizia balabaka

What is the common name of Albizia balabaka?

Balabaka Albizia

What is the family of Albizia balabaka?

Fabaceae

Species in the Albizia genus

Albizia occidentalis, Albizia zygia, Albizia julibrissin, Albizia altissima, Albizia eriorhachis, Albizia obliquifoliolata, Albizia rhombifolia, Albizia dinklagei, Albizia coriaria, Albizia adianthifolia, Albizia amara, Albizia anthelmintica, Albizia antunesiana, Albizia aylmeri, Albizia brevifolia, Albizia carbonaria, Albizia chevalieri, Albizia chinensis, Albizia euryphylla, Albizia ferruginea, Albizia forbesii, Albizia glaberrima, Albizia grandibracteata, Albizia gummifera, Albizia harveyi, Albizia isenbergiana, Albizia laurentii, Albizia lebbeck, Albizia malacophylla, Albizia mossamedensis, Albizia obbiadensis, Albizia odoratissima, Albizia petersiana, Albizia polycephala, Albizia pedicellata, Albizia procera, Albizia saponaria, Albizia schimperiana, Albizia splendens, Albizia suluensis, Albizia tanganyicensis, Albizia ortegae, Albizia versicolor, Albizia welwitschii, Albizia niopoides, Albizia zimmermannii, Albizia retusa, Albizia canescens, Albizia kalkora, Albizia attopeuensis,

Species in the Fabaceae family