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tall albizia
Scientific Name: Albizia procera
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Tall Albizia (Albizia procera)
The Tall Albizia, scientifically known as Albizia procera, is a striking tree admired for its unique foliage and rapid growth. Also known as white siris, it is a species within the legume family with a broad natural distribution.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Albizia procera (Roxb.) Benth.
- Family: Leguminosae-Mimosaceae (Mimosaceae)
- Genus: Albizia
- Synonyms: The text mentions several common names used as synonyms.
Common Names
- Tall Albizia
- White Siris
- Red Siris
- Safed Siris
- Brown Albizia
- Forest Siris
Distribution and Habitat
The Tall Albizia is native to southern Asia, ranging from India to southern China, Indonesia, the Philippines, and northern Australia. It has also been introduced to other regions, such as Puerto Rico, where it was planted along roads and in farms.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Size: Can reach heights of 30-40 meters (100-130 feet) with trunk diameters of 0.6-1 meter (2-3 feet).
- Habit: In open areas, it develops a spreading, sometimes multi-stemmed habit, with low branching.
- Foliage: Features burgundy purple to chocolate brown fern-like leaves. Some varieties, like 'Summer Chocolate', are noted for their purple foliage.
- Root System: Can develop root suckers.
- Growth Rate: Is known to be a fast-growing tree.
Ecological Role
The Tall Albizia is mentioned as being an invasive species in some contexts, requiring careful eradication strategies.