Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
procera
ID:
186769

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.3: 89 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186098

Common Names

  • Albizia procera
  • Procera Albizia
  • Procera Silk Tree

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Synonyms

  • Mimosa procera Roxb. [valid]
  • Acacia procera (Roxb.) Willd. [valid]
  • Acacia elata Voigt [illegitimate]
  • Feuilleea procera (Roxb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Albizia procera elata (Roxb.) Baker [valid]
  • Albizia procera roxburghiana E.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Mimosa elata Roxb. [valid]
  • Lignum murinum-majus Rumph. [unknown]
  • Mimosa coriaria Blanco [valid]
  • Acacia procera roxburghiana E.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Acacia procera elata (Roxb.) Baker [unknown]
  • Albizia elata (Roxb.) Benth. [valid]
  • Inga gracilis Jungh. ex Miq. [valid]
  • Inga kihian Blume ex Miq. [invalid]

Description

Albizia procera (also called East Indian Walnut, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to India and Southeast Asia. It grows in dry, rocky areas and has small, yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It produces small, round pods that contain edible seeds.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia procera is used for erosion control and as a windbreak. It is also used for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia procera has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. Seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia procera is a perennial legume that is native to Africa. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It prefers well-drained, fertile soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade.

Where to Find Albizia procera

Albizia procera can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, particularly in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Albizia procera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia procera?

Albizia procera

What is the common name of Albizia procera?

Indian Siris

What are the uses of Albizia procera?

Albizia procera is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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

William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.