Albizia odoratissima (L.f.) Benth.
| Kannada Name : | Kaadu baaga, bilvara |
| Common Name : | Black Siris |
| Family Name : | Fabaceae |
| Scientific Name : | Albizia odoratissima |
| Species Type : | Indigenous |
| Phenology : | Deciduous |
| Conservation Status : | Not known |
| Flowering Period : | March - June |
| Fruiting Period : | August - October |
| Origin : | Indian subcontinent |
Uses
The bark of the tree is useful in ulcers, leprosy, skin diseases, cough, bronchitis, diabetes and burning sensation. The premium quality wood is suitable for paneling and furniture. It is also used for carts, wheels, farm implements and construction timbers. The tree's presence in tea monoculture reduces incidence of tea pests, particularly red spider mites and scarlet mites
Description
Medium sized tree, 22-40m in height. Leaves dark green, bipinnately compound, alternate, stipulate; stipule free, lateral, caducous. Inflorescence clustered into hairy terminal panicles; flowers 10-15 per head, dimorphic, pale yellowish white, fragrant. Pods thin, flat, leathery, brown when ripe, dehiscent, each containing 8-14 seeds. Seeds ovoid.
