Status:
valid
Authors:
Durazz.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1772
Citation Micro:
Mag. Tosc.3(4): 11 (1772)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173835
Common Names
- Mimosa Tree
- Silk Tree
- Persian Silk Tree
Synonyms
- Mimosa julibrissin (Durazz.) Scop. [valid]
- Acacia julibrissin (Durazz.) Willd. [valid]
- Sericandra julibrissin (Durazz.) Raf. [valid]
- Feuilleea julibrissin (Durazz.) Kuntze [valid]
- Albizzia julibrissin Durazz. [unknown]
Description
Albizia julibrissin (also called Silk Tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree in the family Fabaceae. It has a slender, upright stem and grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to temperate regions of Asia, and is found in moist habitats such as riverbanks, wetlands, and floodplains.
Uses & Benefits
Albizia julibrissin is used as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks. It is also used as a shade tree and for windbreaks. The bark of the tree is used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Albizia julibrissin var. mollis (Wall.) Benth.
Albizia julibrissin var. julibrissin
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Albizia julibrissin has fragrant, pink flowers that bloom in summer. The seed pods are flat and brown, containing several seeds. The seedlings have two seed leaves and a taproot.
Cultivation and Propagation
Albizia julibrissin is a deciduous tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings, and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Albizia julibrissin
Albizia julibrissin is native to East Asia and can be found in temperate regions of the continent.
Albizia julibrissin FAQ
What is the scientific name of Albizia julibrissin?
Albizia julibrissin
What is the common name of Albizia julibrissin?
Silk Tree
What type of plant is Albizia julibrissin?
Tree
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