Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
duclouxii
ID:
197590

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris)2: 116 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196919



Common Names

  • Albizia duclouxii
  • Ducloux's Albizia
  • Ducloux's Silk Tree


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Description

Albizia duclouxii (also called Acacia-de-couro, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in savannas and scrublands. It is a small to medium-sized tree, reaching up to 15 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia duclouxii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its wood is also used for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia duclouxii has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia duclouxii is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 15 m. It is native to Southeast Asia and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once established, the tree is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Albizia duclouxii

Albizia duclouxii can be found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Albizia duclouxii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia duclouxii?

Albizia duclouxii

What is the common name of Albizia duclouxii?

Ducloux's Albizia

What is the natural habitat of Albizia duclouxii?

Dry deciduous forests in India and Sri Lanka

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