Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atakataka
ID:
196706

Status:
valid

Authors:
Capuron

Source:
ildis

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Adansonia, n.s., 11: 374 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196035

Common Names

  • Albizia atakataka
  • Atakataka Albizia
  • Atakataka Albizia

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Description

Albizia atakataka (also called Atakataka 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 atakataka is used as an ornamental plant, for fodder, and as a source of fuelwood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia atakataka 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 atakataka 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 atakataka

Albizia atakataka is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Albizia atakataka FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia atakataka?

Albizia atakataka

What is the common name of Albizia atakataka?

Atakataka Albizia

What is the natural habitat of Albizia atakataka?

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