Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
retusa
ID:
188725

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.3: 90 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188054

Common Names

  • Retusa Albizia
  • Silk Tree
  • Mimosa

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Synonyms

  • Clypearia maritima Rumph. [unknown]
  • Feuilleea retusa (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Albizia retusa (also called Retuse Albizia, among many other common names) is an erect, perennial shrub native to Australia. It has yellow flowers and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and along watercourses.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia retusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are edible and used as a vegetable in some parts of the world.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Albizia retusa sub. retusa
Albizia retusa sub. morobei I.C.Nielsen

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia retusa has small yellow flowers that are borne in clusters in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have trifoliate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia retusa is a hardy shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late spring or early summer. Plant in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist until established.

Where to Find Albizia retusa

Albizia retusa is native to Australia, and can be found in the northern regions of the country.

Albizia retusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia retusa?

Albizia retusa

What is the common name of Albizia retusa?

Round-leaved Albizia

What is the natural habitat of Albizia retusa?

Open forest and woodland

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