Flat-crown Albizia

Albizia adianthifolia, Fabaceae

Zones

9–12

Layer

Canopy

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerShade ProviderWindbreakBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Java PlumSyzygium cumini

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Stink BeanParkia speciosa

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

African EbonyDiospyros mespiliformis

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

BacupariGarcinia brasiliensis

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

White SirisAlbizia procera

Closely related Albizia species exhibit resource competition due to similar root systems and light requirements

West African AlbiziaAlbizia zygia

Two Albizia species with similar ecological requirements compete for soil nutrients and canopy space

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationTimber ProductionSoil ImprovementErosion ControlWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

Young Pods

Medicinal Uses

Bark For Respiratory AilmentsAntimicrobial

Common Questions

What zones does Flat-crown Albizia grow in?

Flat-crown Albizia grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

Is Flat-crown Albizia a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Flat-crown Albizia is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Flat-crown Albizia?

Good companions for Flat-crown Albizia include Java Plum, Stink Bean, African Ebony, Bacupari.

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