Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pistaciifolia
ID:
195081

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Barneby & J.W.Grimes

Source:
ildis

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.74(1): 230 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194410



Common Names

  • Albizia pistaciifolia
  • Pistachio-leaved Albizia
  • Albizia


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Description

Albizia pistaciifolia (also called Pistachio Albizia, False Tamarind, and Bastard Tamarind, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has a rounded crown and a trunk that can reach up to 10 feet in diameter. It is found in dry, rocky, limestone soils and in areas with high temperatures and low rainfall.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia pistaciifolia is used for its timber, which is used to make furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia pistaciifolia has white, fragrant flowers with yellow centers and long, slender seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia pistaciifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen tree. It prefers full sun and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil and lightly covered. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Albizia pistaciifolia

Albizia pistaciifolia is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is often found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides, pastures, and open fields.

Albizia pistaciifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Albizia pistaciifolia?

Pistachio Albizia

What is the growth habit of Albizia pistaciifolia?

It is a small, deciduous tree with an upright, spreading growth habit.

What is the soil type of Albizia pistaciifolia?

It prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils.

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

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' 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.