Albizia julibrissin

Mimosa

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Common Name:

Mimosa

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

760 cm

Maximum width:

1065 cm

Mimosa (Albizia julibrissin) - Description

A. julibrissin is a deciduous silk tree that is native to Asia, ranging from Iran to Japan. It can rapidly grow to heights of 40 feet high, with a canopy spreading to as much as twice the tree's height. It has ferny, pale yellowish green leaves that are sensitive to light and fold at night. It bears fluffy pink flowers in the summer.

Mimosa (Albizia julibrissin) - Blooming

The flowers look like powder puffs that are attractive to birds.

Mimosa (Albizia julibrissin) - Growth

Fast growing tree to 40 ft.

Mimosa (Albizia julibrissin) - Planting

Soak seeds for 24 hours in warm water. Plant seeds in spring when temperatures average 60°F (15°C). Take stem cuttings in summer and provide bottom heat.

Mimosa (Albizia julibrissin) - Pest

Prone to fungal diseases, such as twig dieback, galls, and vascular wilts in some cases.

Mimosa (Albizia julibrissin) - Interesting facts

The silky filaments on the pink flowers of Albizia give it its characteristic name as the Silk Tree. When the flowers get wet, they turn gooey.