Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lankaensis
ID:
204783

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kosterm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Ceylon J. Sci., Biol. Sci.13: 255 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204112

Common Names

  • Albizia lankaensis
  • Lankan Albizia
  • Lankan Silk Tree

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Description

Albizia lankaensis (also called Lankan Albizia, among many other common names) is a medium-sized, deciduous tree native to India and Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of 10-20 m and has bipinnate leaves with ovate leaflets. It is found in dry deciduous forests, open scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia lankaensis is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make furniture, as a fuelwood, and for making charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Albizia lankaensis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, round, green seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia lankaensis is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that is native to India. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilizer should be applied every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Albizia lankaensis

Albizia lankaensis is native to Sri Lanka and can be found growing in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Albizia lankaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia lankaensis?

Albizia lankaensis

What is the common name of Albizia lankaensis?

Lankan albizia

What is the natural habitat of Albizia lankaensis?

Albizia lankaensis is native to India

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