Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
antunesiana
ID:
181918

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.30: 75 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000181247

Common Names

  • Albizia antunesiana
  • Antunesiana Albizia
  • Antunes' Albizia

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Description

Albizia antunesiana (also called Antunes' Albizia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree that grows to a height of 7 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia antunesiana is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Albizia antunesiana is a small, yellow, pea-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed that is slightly flattened. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia antunesiana is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and will tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Albizia antunesiana

Albizia antunesiana can be found in the western United States, primarily in Utah, Nevada, and California.

Albizia antunesiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia antunesiana?

Albizia antunesiana

What is the common name of Albizia antunesiana?

None

What is the natural habitat of Albizia antunesiana?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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