Albizia grandibracteata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Taub.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
H.G.A.Engler (ed.), Pflanzenw. Ost-Afrikas, C: 193 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183441
Common Names
- Large-bract Albizia
- Large Bract Albizia
- Largebract Albizia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Albizia grandibracteata (also called Large-Bracted Albizia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, rocky slopes and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Albizia grandibracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a forage crop for livestock. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Albizia grandibracteata has small, white, pea-like flowers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Albizia grandibracteata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11.
Where to Find Albizia grandibracteata
Albizia grandibracteata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Albizia grandibracteata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Albizia grandibracteata?
Albizia grandibracteata
What is the family of Albizia grandibracteata?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Albizia grandibracteata?
Large-bracted Albizia
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
Paul Hermann Wilhelm Taubert (1862-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taub.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Albizia grandibracteata Taub.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.