Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bequaertii
ID:
1058841

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
tro

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Pl. Bequaert.3: 45 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001058179



Common Names

  • Albizia bequaertii
  • Bequaert's Albizia
  • Bequaert Albizia


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Description

Albizia bequaertii (also called 'Bequaert's Albizia', among many other common names) is a large tree native to South America. It has a spreading crown and pinnate leaves. It grows in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia bequaertii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used to make furniture, as its wood is very durable and resistant to rot and insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Albizia bequaertii is a white-greenish color, with a long, slender corolla tube. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and fragile, with small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia bequaertii is a slow-growing tree that can be propagated from seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Plant in the early spring and water regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Prune back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Albizia bequaertii

Albizia bequaertii is found in the tropical regions of South America.

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