West African Albizia

Albizia zygia, Fabaceae

Zones

10–12

Layer

Canopy

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerShade ProviderWindbreakBeneficial Insect HabitatMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

BacupariGarcinia brasiliensis

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

KinkelibaCombretum micranthum

Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection

Sausage TreeKigelia africana

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Spiny Monkey OrangeStrychnos spinosa

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Guest TreeKleinhovia hospita

Pollinator SharingNitrogen Fixation

Antagonistic Plants

Flat-crown AlbiziaAlbizia adianthifolia

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

White SirisAlbizia procera

Two West African Albizia species compete for similar forest niche and soil resources

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationTimberErosion ControlSoil ImprovementAgroforestry

Edible Parts

Young LeavesSeeds

Medicinal Uses

Wound HealingAnti-InflammatoryAntimicrobial

Common Questions

What zones does West African Albizia grow in?

West African Albizia grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

Is West African Albizia a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, West African Albizia is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for West African Albizia?

Good companions for West African Albizia include Bacupari, Kinkeliba, Sausage Tree, Spiny Monkey Orange, Guest Tree.

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