Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevifolia
ID:
182132

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier, sér. 2, 2: 945 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000181461

Common Names

  • Short-Leaf Albizia
  • Shortleaf Albizia
  • Short-Leaf Silk Tree

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Synonyms

  • Albizia rogersii Burtt Davy [valid]
  • Albizia parvifolia Burtt Davy [valid]

Description

Albizia brevifolia (also called Short-leaved Albizia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the western United States, and is found in dry, open places such as grasslands, shrublands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia brevifolia is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, as it has a unique, attractive shape. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia brevifolia has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia brevifolia is a perennial herb native to California. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the fall or early spring.

Where to Find Albizia brevifolia

Albizia brevifolia is found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Arizona.

Albizia brevifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia brevifolia?

Albizia brevifolia

Where is Albizia brevifolia native to?

Tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands

What is the growth habit of Albizia brevifolia?

It is a small tree or shrub with a spreading crown

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