Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Vig.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris)13: 336 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196043
Common Names
- Albizia boinensis
- Boin Albizia
- Boinensis Albizia
Description
Albizia boinensis (also called Boin 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 boinensis is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Albizia boinensis has small, yellow-white flowers that appear in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown pod. The seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Albizia boinensis is a fast-growing tree that can reach heights of up to 20 meters. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from mature trees and planted in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they take root.
Where to Find Albizia boinensis
Albizia boinensis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Albizia boinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Albizia boinensis?
Albizia boinensis
What is the common name of Albizia boinensis?
Boinensis Albizia
What is the family of Albizia boinensis?
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