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woman's tongue
Scientific Name: Albizia lebbeck
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Albizia lebbeck: The Woman's-Tongue Tree
Albizia lebbeck, also known as the Woman's-Tongue Tree or Siris, is a deciduous tree with several intriguing characteristics. The tree gets its common name, Woman's-Tongue, from the rattling sound of its seeds within the pods, reminiscent of speech. Other common names include Lebbeck, Lebbek Tree, Flea Tree, Frywood, Koko, Saras, Rain Tree, East Indian Walnut, and Soros-tree.
Considerations for Pets
- Albizia lebbeck bears pods that are 23–30 cm long.
Considerations for Children
- Albizia lebbeck bears pods that are 23–30 cm long.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Albizia lebbeck (L.) Benth
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
- Subfamily: Mimosoideae
- Synonyms: Albizia lebbeck, Mimosa lebbeck
Distribution and Habitat
Albizia lebbeck is native to tropical southern Asia and Australia. It is considered an exotic species in the U.S.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Albizia lebbeck is a deciduous, unarmed tree that can grow up to 30 meters (98.5 feet) tall.
- It has a rounded, spreading crown and grey, fissured, corky bark.
Quirky Facts
- The common name "Woman's-Tongue Tree" refers to the clattering sound of the seeds in the pods, which is said to resemble women talking.
Additional Resources
- USDA PLANTS Database: Symbol ALLE
- Dave's Garden: A community for sharing gardening tips and ideas.