Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leonardii
ID:
195043

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Rose ex Barneby & J.W.Grimes

Source:
ildis

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.74(1): 216 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194372



Common Names

  • Albizia leonardii
  • Leonard's Albizia
  • Leonard's Silk Tree


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Description

Albizia leonardii (also called Albizia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 15 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in moist forests, along rivers and streams, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia leonardii is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia leonardii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia leonardii is a small tree native to Central America. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium. The tree prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Albizia leonardii

Albizia leonardii is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Albizia leonardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia leonardii?

Albizia leonardii

What is the common name of Albizia leonardii?

Leonard's Albizia

Where is Albizia leonardii found?

Mexico and Central 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

References

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
James Walter Grimes (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Grimes' in the authors string.