Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pedicellata
ID:
186663

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London30: 563 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185992

Common Names

  • Albizia pedicellata
  • White Siris
  • White Silk Tree

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Synonyms

  • Albizia magellanensis Elmer [unknown]
  • Feuilleea bakeriana Kuntze [valid]

Description

Albizia pedicellata (also called Pedicellate Siris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a small tree with white flowers and is native to tropical Asia. It is found in open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia pedicellata is used as a fodder crop, as a green manure crop, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia pedicellata has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia pedicellata is a fast-growing tree that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Albizia pedicellata

Albizia pedicellata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Albizia pedicellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia pedicellata?

Albizia pedicellata

What type of plant is Albizia pedicellata?

A tree

Where is Albizia pedicellata native to?

Southeast Asia

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.