Albizia procera
Albizia procera
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IOverview
Overview
Albizia procera, known as the golden rain tree or silk tree, is a deciduous tree native to Southeast Asia and parts of the Pacific. It thrives in moist environments with light soil types, ranging from sandy to clay, and requires full sun for optimal growth. Native to regions such as Assam, Bangladesh, Cambodia, and China South-Central, this tree can grow up to 25 meters tall. While primarily known for its ornamental value due to its showy clusters of yellow flowers, it is also valued for its edible parts including the inner bark, leaves, and seedpods. Its adaptability and beauty make it a popular choice in gardens across its native range and beyond.
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What is Albizia procera?
Albizia procera, known as the golden rain tree or silk tree, is a deciduous tree native to Southeast Asia and parts of the Pacific. It thrives in moist environments with light soil types, ranging from sandy to clay, and requires full sun for optimal growth.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Albizia procera thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). It is hardy in zones 10-12 and grows to a height of 25 meters. For propagation, seeds are commonly used. The plant's inner bark, leaves, and seedpods are edible.
Light
Full sun
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
10-12
Mature size
25.0 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Albizia procera for the first time
8steps
Start with Albizia procera by planting it in a sunny spot and providing basic care.
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What you'll need
Albizia procera seeds or young plants, potting mix if container growing.
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Best time to plant
Plant Albizia procera during the spring when temperatures are warm.
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Soil and container prep
Use well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5 for best growth.
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Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds in the ground or start young plants indoors before transplanting.
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First two weeks
Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged, providing full sun exposure.
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Ongoing care
Water when dry and fertilize lightly every few months. Prune as needed for shape.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune young plants to encourage a strong structure; harvest inner bark, leaves, or seedpods if desired.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in heavy soil, and not providing enough sunlight are common issues.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Inner barkLeavesSeedpod
Edible uses: Gum
Other uses:AlcoholFire starterDyeGumPest controltextilesWind breakerErosion controlTanninLumber
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
30 native · 0 introduced
Distribution
30 native · 0 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 30 native
Asia11 regions
native (11)BangladeshCambodiaChinaIndiaLaosNepalPhilippinesSri LankaTaiwanThailandVietnam
Broader regions
native:New Guinea, Northern Territory, Queensland, Solomon Is., Sulawesi, Sumatera, West Himalaya, Western Australia, Andaman Is., Bismarck Archipelago, Borneo, East Himalaya, Hainan, Jawa, Lesser Sunda Is., Malaya, Maluku
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