Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calcarea
ID:
197588

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.H.Huang

Source:
ildis

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan.5: 132 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196917

Common Names

  • Albizia calcarea
  • Calcareous Albizia
  • Calcareous Silk Tree

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Description

Albizia calcarea (also called Acacia-de-couro, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in savannas and scrublands. It is a small to medium-sized tree, reaching up to 15 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia calcarea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its wood is also used for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia calcarea has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia calcarea is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 15 m. It is native to Southeast Asia and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once established, the tree is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Albizia calcarea

Albizia calcarea is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in parts of Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia.

Albizia calcarea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia calcarea?

Albizia calcarea

What is the common name of Albizia calcarea?

Calcareous Albizia

What is the natural habitat of Albizia calcarea?

Dry deciduous forests in India and Sri Lanka

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