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Chinese albizia

Scientific Name: Albizia chinensis

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Albizia chinensis: A Botanical Overview

Albizia chinensis, commonly known as Chinese albizia or silk tree, is a deciduous or evergreen tree native to South and Southeast Asia.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions that Albizia chinensis is "unarmed" (without thorns or spines). However, some related species may have short, recurved hooks.

Considerations for Children

  • The text mentions that Albizia chinensis is "unarmed" (without thorns or spines). However, some related species may have short, recurved hooks.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Albizia chinensis (Osbeck) Merr.
  • Common Names: Chinese albizia, silk tree, sauce tree
  • Synonyms: Mimosa (as noted in Dutch translation of the text)
  • Family: Fabaceae (also mentioned as Mimosaceae).
  • Genus: Albizia Durazz.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to South and Southeast Asia, ranging from India to China and Indonesia.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Described as an unarmed (thornless) tree.
  • Can be deciduous or evergreen.
  • Characterized as having a flat top.

Traditional Uses

  • In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), both the flowers and bark of Albizia julibrissin (a related species, also sometimes referred to as Mimosa) are valued for relieving anxiety, stress, and depression.
  • The bark of Albizia julibrissin is considered a sedative Chinese herb that soothes the nerves.
  • According to TCM principles, Albizia bark has sweet and neutral properties and is associated with the Heart and Liver meridians.
  • The flower is considered a "Shen tonic" in Chinese herbalism, supporting a relaxed state of mind.

Fodder Characteristics

  • Palatability is considered fair for goats but poor for cows.
  • Nutritional value is expected to be high in protein.

Quirky Facts

  • One of the Chinese names for Albizia julibrissin, He Huan Hua, translates to "collective happiness."

Further Information

  • Flora of China
  • Dave's Garden (for gardening tips and ideas)
  • Discover Life
  • Pacific Island Ecosystems at Risk (PIER)