noun
- a tropical tree or shrub of the legume family with feathery leaves and clusters of pink or white flowers
Usage: botanical
Examples
- The albizia tree bloomed with delicate pink flowers in early summer.
- Many species of albizia are native to Asia and Africa.
- The albizia’s feathery foliage provides excellent shade in the garden.
- Albizia julibrissin is commonly known as the silk tree.
- The fast-growing albizia can reach heights of 40 feet.
- Gardeners prize albizia for its ornamental flowers and attractive leaves.