Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petersiana
ID:
186368

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bolle) Oliv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 362 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185697

Common Names

  • Peters' Silk Tree
  • Peters Silk Tree
  • Peters' Albizia

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Synonyms

  • Acacia petersiana Bolle [valid]
  • Feuilleea petersiana (Bolle) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Albizia petersiana (also called Peters Albizia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with yellow flowers and a woody stem. It is native to Africa and typically grows in woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia petersiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Albizia petersiana sub. evansii (Burtt Davy) Brenan
Albizia petersiana sub. petersiana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Albizia petersiana is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, brown, kidney-shaped bean. The seedling has a single stem with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia petersiana is a perennial tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and can tolerate drought. It is best grown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Albizia petersiana

Albizia petersiana can be found in tropical Africa, including in Nigeria, Cameroon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Albizia petersiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia petersiana?

Albizia petersiana

What is the common name of Albizia petersiana?

Petersian Albizia

What is the natural habitat of Albizia petersiana?

Dry deciduous forests

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

Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Carl August Bolle (1821-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolle' in the authors string.