Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
183292

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guill. & Perr.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.3: 88 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182621

Common Names

  • Albizia ferruginea
  • Red Siris
  • Ironwood

Searching for Albizia ferruginea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Albizia corbisieri De Wild. [valid]
  • Inga ferruginea Guill. & Perr. [valid]
  • Albizia angolensis Welw. [unknown]
  • Feuilleea angolensis (Welw.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Feuilleea ferruginea (Guill. & Perr.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Albizia ferruginea (also called Rusty Albizia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia ferruginea is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food and fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia ferruginea has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of compound leaves.

Searching for Albizia ferruginea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia ferruginea is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is cultivated for its edible fruits. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings and layering can also be used.

Where to Find Albizia ferruginea

Albizia ferruginea is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Albizia ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia ferruginea?

Albizia ferruginea

What is the common name of Albizia ferruginea?

Mexican palo blanco

What is the growth habit of Albizia ferruginea?

It is a small, deciduous 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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
George Samuel Perrottet (1790-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perr.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Antoine Guillemin (1796-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guill.' in the authors string.