Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.53: 455 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187270
Common Names
- Albizia zimmermannii
- Albizia
- Zimmermannii
Synonyms
- Albizia nyasica Dunkley [valid]
- Albizia gigantea A.Chev. [valid]
Description
Albizia zimmermannii (also called 'Zimmerman's Albizia', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to tropical Africa and Asia. It has a woody stem and compound leaves with up to nine leaflets. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and grows in a variety of habitats, including forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Albizia zimmermannii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Albizia zimmermannii has small, yellow, pea-like flowers and small, black, flattened seeds. The seedlings have a pair of cotyledons that are oval in shape and have a slightly wavy margin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Albizia zimmermannii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 70°F (21°C). Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and placed in a rooting medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Albizia zimmermannii
Albizia zimmermannii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and woodlands.
Albizia zimmermannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Albizia zimmermannii?
Albizia zimmermannii
What is the common name of Albizia zimmermannii?
Zimmermann's albizia
What is the natural habitat of Albizia zimmermannii?
Dry deciduous forests
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