Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guillainii
ID:
525680

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France83: 313 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525012



Common Names

  • Albizia guillainii
  • Guillain's Albizia
  • Guillain's Rockrose


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Description

Albizia guillainii (also called Guillain's Albizia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to tropical Africa. It grows up to 20 m in height and has a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. It is found in lowland and montane rainforest, wooded grassland, and riverine forest.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia guillainii is used for its timber, which is used in construction and furniture making. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia guillainii has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia guillainii is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 30 m. It is propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Albizia guillainii

Albizia guillainii is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Albizia guillainii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia guillainii?

Albizia guillainii

What are the common names of Albizia guillainii?

Guillainii, African silk tree

What is the natural habitat of Albizia guillainii?

It is native to Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa

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