Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obliquifoliolata
ID:
175655

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles7: 253 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174984

Common Names

  • Obliquifoliolata Albizia
  • Obliquifoliolata Silktree
  • Obliquifoliolata Mimosa

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Synonyms

  • Cathormion obliquifoliolatum (De Wild.) G.C.C.Gilbert & Boutique [valid]
  • Pithecellobium obliquifoliolatum (De Wild.) J.Léonard [valid]
  • Arthrosamanea obliquifoliolata (De Wild.) G.C.C.Gilbert & Boutique [valid]

Description

Albizia obliquifoliolata (also called Dimorphandra jorgei, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It grows in dry, rocky areas, often in limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia obliquifoliolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia obliquifoliolata has small, bright yellow flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia obliquifoliolata is a deciduous tree that grows to a height of 20-30 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Albizia obliquifoliolata

Albizia obliquifoliolata is native to southern Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It is also found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz in Mexico.

Albizia obliquifoliolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia obliquifoliolata?

Albizia obliquifoliolata

What is the family of Albizia obliquifoliolata?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Albizia obliquifoliolata?

Obliqueleaf 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