Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
versicolor
ID:
187757

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Oliv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 359 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187086

Common Names

  • Versicolor Albizia
  • Versicolor False Rosewood
  • Versicolor Rosewood

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Synonyms

  • Albizia mossambicensis Sim [illegitimate]
  • Feuilleea versicolor (Welw. ex Oliv.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Albizia versicolor mossambicensis Schinz [valid]

Description

Albizia versicolor (also called Versicolor Silk Tree, among many other common names) is a tree species native to Central and South America. It has a greyish-brown bark and grows up to 20 meters in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Albizia versicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and for its timber, which is used for construction and furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albizia versicolor has small, yellow-orange flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and oblong-shaped. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow, and pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albizia versicolor is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Albizia versicolor

Albizia versicolor is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the wild in countries such as Nigeria, Cameroon, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Albizia versicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albizia versicolor?

Albizia versicolor

What is the common name of Albizia versicolor?

Versicolor albizia

What is the natural habitat of Albizia versicolor?

Woodlands and scrublands

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.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.