Albizia procera – Mimosa

Albizia procera - mimosa
Albizia procera - mimosa
Albizia procera - mimosa

This is a medium sized to large, semi-deciduous, spreading tree, native to Northern Australia. The fluffy flowers are borne prolifically in terminal clusters in spring and autumn, and are a greeny cream colour, followed by decorative long red pods. It grows to around 12 metres tall or more, and is a useful shade tree for warmer areas. Not frost tolerant, but will withstand drought once established. Can take saline and alkaline soil.

Family : Mimosaceae

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Plant Type : Small tree, Large tree

Width : 9

Flowering Time : Spring, Autumn

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Saline, Poor soil

Climate Zone : Tropical, Sub-tropical, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Spreading

Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

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Scientific Name: Albizia procera

Common Name : Mimosa

Height : 15

Flower Color : Cream, Green

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan :

Frost Tolerance : Not frost tolerant

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects

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Albizia procera – Mimosa