Albizia rubiginosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind.1(1): 27 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200001701
Common Names
- Albizia rubiginosa
- Rubiginosa Albizia
- Rubiginosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Albizia rubiginosa (also called Red-tinged Albizia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 2 meters tall and has an erect habit. The leaves are alternate, oblong to lanceolate, and up to 8 cm long. The flowers are yellow and the fruit is a capsule. It is found in heath and dry sclerophyll forests.
Uses & Benefits
Albizia rubiginosa is a species of flowering tree native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It is used as an ornamental tree, for timber, and for medicinal purposes. The leaves are used for fodder, and the bark is used for tanning leather.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Albizia rubiginosa are white in color and have a pea-like shape. The seed is a small, dark-brown legume. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a taproot.
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Albizia rubiginosa is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can reach up to 20m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is 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 rubiginosa
Albizia rubiginosa is native to South America and can be found in dry forests and savannas.
Albizia rubiginosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Albizia rubiginosa?
Albizia rubiginosa
What is the family of Albizia rubiginosa?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Albizia rubiginosa?
Silky Oak
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
Legume Data Portal link for: Albizia rubiginosa Miq.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.