Moluccan Albizia
Paraserianthes falcataria
Moluccan Albizia
Paraserianthes falcataria
Moluccan albizia or Paraserianthes falcataria or Falcataria mollucana, in Indonesia widely popular as sengon tree. It is one of the world’s fast-growing trees with its nitrogen-fixing abilities and adaptability to varying soil conditions. It is highly sought over by local farmers in Kebumen planting area for its compatibility with local soil and offers ecological advantages.
Environmental Impact
Tree Usage
Paraserianthes falcataria or Falcataria mollucana
Moluccan albizia
Sengon, Indonesian Albizia, Jeungjing (Indonesia), Moluccan sau (Phillipines), Batai (Malaysia), Albizia (Hawaii), Peacock Plume, Paraserianthes, White Albizia
Fabaceae
Least Concerned
148 Kg of Carbon
Haiti, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands
This is a large tree that can grow up to 40 meters tall. Its trunk is free of branches for up to 20 meters, and it can reach a diameter of 100 cm or more. The tree has a wide, flat crown at the top.
Moluccan albizia is commonly found in secondary lowland rainforests, grassy plains, and along coastal roads. Thriving in monsoonal climates with regular rain. It grows at altitudes up to 1,200 meters, with ideal conditions of 22 to 29°C and 2,000 to 4,000 mm of rainfall.
Moluccan albizia tree naturally sheds leaves and small branches, which add nitrogen, organic materials, and minerals to the soil. The leaves can also be used for livestock fodder.
Its deep root system also helps improve soil by breaking it up, creating channels for better drainage and airflow.
Its wood is the main source for plywood industry.
- Moluccan albizia has an incredible nitrogen-fixation ability, converting atmospheric nitrogen into more reactive compounds like ammonia that can help trees grow in areas with low nitrogen levels
- This species can tolerate a dry season of up to four months but is sensitive to fire and strong winds. It also cannot tolerate water which can make it weather.
