Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Vig.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris)13: 335 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196034
Common Names
- Albizia arenicola
- Sandy Albizia
- Arenicola Albizia
Description
Albizia arenicola (also called Sandy Albizia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Madagascar. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Albizia arenicola is used as an ornamental plant, for fodder, and as a source of fuelwood and timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Albizia arenicola has small, yellow-white flowers that appear in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown pod. The seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Albizia arenicola is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant tree that can reach heights of up to 10m. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix. The seed should be soaked in water overnight before sowing. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a sunny spot until they are established.
Where to Find Albizia arenicola
Albizia arenicola can be found in the dry deciduous forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Albizia arenicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Albizia arenicola?
Albizia arenicola
What is the common name of Albizia arenicola?
Sand Albizia
What is the natural habitat of Albizia arenicola?
Dry deciduous forests
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