Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polycephala
ID:
186630

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Killip

Source:
ildis

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Trop. Woods63: 6 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185959

Common Names

  • Polycephala Albizia
  • Albizia Polycephala
  • Many-headed Albizia

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Description

Albizia polycephala (also called White 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 polycephala is used as a fodder crop, as a green manure crop, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia polycephala has yellow flowers with five petals that are fused together at the base. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia polycephala 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 polycephala

Albizia polycephala is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests and moist areas.

Albizia polycephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia polycephala?

Albizia polycephala

What type of plant is Albizia polycephala?

A tree

Where is Albizia polycephala 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.
Ellsworth Paine Killip (1890-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killip' in the authors string.