Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lebbeck
ID:
184942

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.3: 87 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184271

Common Names

  • Albizia lebbeck
  • Lebbeck Albizia
  • Siris Albizia

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Synonyms

  • Mimosa flexuosa Rottler ex Wight & Arn. [invalid]
  • Pithecellobium splitgerberianum Miq. [valid]
  • Mimosa speciosa Jacq. [valid]
  • Feuilleea lebbek (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Acacia lebbeck (L.) Willd. [valid]
  • Mimosa lebbeck L. [valid]
  • Albizia lebbek sensu auct. [deprecated]
  • Albizia latifolia Boivin [valid]
  • Acacia speciosa (Jacq.) Willd. [valid]
  • Mimosa sirissa Roxb. [valid]
  • Acacia lebbek (L.) Willd. [unknown]
  • Mimosa lebbek L. [unknown]
  • Albizia lebbeck pubescens Haines [unknown]
  • Albizia lebbeck rostrata Haines [valid]
  • Inga leucoxylon Hassk. [valid]
  • Inga borbonica Hassk. [valid]
  • Albizia lebbeck leucoxylon Hassk. [unknown]
  • Mimosa lebbeck Blanco [unknown]
  • Mimosa seeressa Steud. [invalid]
  • Acacia seeressa Roxb. ex Steud. [invalid]
  • Albizia speciosa (Jacq.) Benth. [valid]
  • Albizia lebbeck pubescens Benth. [unknown]

Description

Albizia lebbeck (also called Lebbeck Tree, among many other common names) is a tree native to South Asia. It has white flowers and pinnate leaves. It grows in dry forests, savannas, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia lebbeck is a popular ornamental tree with a wide range of uses. It is used for shade, windbreaks, and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of timber, fuel, and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia lebbeck has small, white or pink flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia lebbeck is a perennial tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Albizia lebbeck

Albizia lebbeck is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Albizia lebbeck FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia lebbeck?

Albizia lebbeck

What is the common name of Albizia lebbeck?

Lebbeck Tree

What is the habitat of Albizia lebbeck?

It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical regions

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.