Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dolichadena
ID:
206987

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kosterm.) I.C.Nielsen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot.81: 47 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206316

Common Names

  • Albizia dolichadena
  • Dolichadenous Albizia
  • Dolichadena Albizia

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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium dolichadenum Kosterm. [valid]
  • Abarema dolichadena (Kosterm.) Kosterm. [valid]

Description

Albizia dolichadena (also called Dolichaden Albizia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is found in dry forests, grasslands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia dolichadena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia dolichadena has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia dolichadena is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 15 m. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, it prefers full sun and well-drained soils.

Where to Find Albizia dolichadena

Albizia dolichadena is native to India and can be found in dry deciduous forests.

Albizia dolichadena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia dolichadena?

Albizia dolichadena

What is the common name of Albizia dolichadena?

Dolichaden Silk Tree

What is the natural habitat of Albizia dolichadena?

It is found in dry, open areas in India, Nepal, and Bhutan

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

André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.
Ivan Christian Nielsen (1946-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.C.Nielsen' in the authors string.