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Albizia Falcata (Falcataria falcata)

Falcataria falcata is a fast-growing tropical tree known for its rapid height gain and large, feathery foliage, often used for timber and shade.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun for best growth.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Prefers well-draining soil. Tolerant of a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils, but avoids waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for best growth.

Needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Prefers well-draining soil. Tolerant of a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils, but avoids waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range is 20-30°C. Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Apply every 4-6 weeks from spring to summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

15-30 m

Spread

5-10 m

Growth Rate

Very fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Pinnately compound

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

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Synonyms
Adenanthera falcata L.
Adenanthera falcataria L.
Albizia eymae Fosberg
Albizia falcata (L.) Backer
Albizia falcataria (L.) Fosberg
Albizia fulva C.T.White & W.D.Francis ex Lane-Poole
Albizia moluccana Miq.
Falcataria moluccana (Miq.) Barneby & J.W.Grimes
Paraserianthes falcataria (L.) I.C.Nielsen
Pithecellobium falcatum (L.) Kosterm.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusFalcataria
  • speciesFalcataria falcata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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