Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
numidarum
ID:
196735

Status:
valid

Authors:
Capuron

Source:
ildis

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Adansonia, n.s., 11: 363 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196064



Common Names

  • Numidarum Albizia
  • Albizia Numidarum
  • Numidarum Tree


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Synonyms

  • Albizia boinensis R.Vig., p.p. [deprecated]

Description

Albizia numidarum (also called Numidar albizia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Madagascar. It has a spreading crown and a straight trunk with a diameter of up to 1 m. Its leaves are alternate, imparipinnate, and up to 30 cm long. It grows in dry deciduous forests, thickets, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia numidarum is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia numidarum has small, yellow-white flowers that appear in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown pod. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia numidarum 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 numidarum

Albizia numidarum is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests.

Albizia numidarum FAQ

What is the common name of Albizia numidarum?

African silk tree

What is the natural habitat of Albizia numidarum?

Dry savannahs and woodlands

What is the growth rate of Albizia numidarum?

Moderate to fast

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