Albizia coriaria

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Albizia katangensis
• Feuilleea coriaria
• Albizia poissonii

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, it is further categorized into the family Fabaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Albizia, specifically under the species Albizia coriaria.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is primarily distributed across the West Tropical Africa region. It can be found growing within the borders of Benin and Ghana. Additionally, its presence extends into the Ivory Coast and Nigeria. The species is also documented to occur in Togo. These specific countries represent the known geographical range for this medicinal plant.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Albizia coriaria is characterized by its status as a perennial species, allowing it to persist in its environment over many years through established root systems and structural maturity. Its seasonal rhythm is defined by its deciduous nature, meaning it undergoes a period of leaf shedding, typically in response to seasonal changes or dry periods, before regenerating new foliage. This lifecycle of long-term survival coupled with periodic dormancy helps the plant adapt to its specific ecological niche.

Deciduousness :

deciduous

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

Morphologically, Albizia coriaria is characterized as a woody tree with a self-supporting growth form, meaning it does not function as a climber, vine, or liana. As a terrestrial species, it exists independently of other plants and does not exhibit parasitic or epiphytic behavior. The plant can reach significant dimensions, with a recorded maximum height of approximately 27.43 meters and an average height of 30 meters.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

tree

Parasite :

independent

Plant height max:

27.43233358 m

Plant height mean:

30 m

Woodiness :

woody

Physiology

The physiology of Albizia coriaria is characterized by a C3 photosynthetic pathway, which involves the direct fixation of atmospheric carbon dioxide through the Calvin cycle within the mesophyll cells. As a member of the Fabaceae family, this species exhibits a specialized symbiotic relationship with diazotrophic bacteria, functioning as a nitrogen fixer to enhance nutrient availability in its environment. Through the formation of root nodules, the plant facilitates the biological nitrogen fixation process, converting atmospheric nitrogen into bioavailable forms that support its metabolic functions and growth.

Nitrogen fixer :

yes

Photosynthetic pathway :

C3

Reproduction

The reproduction of Albizia coriaria is driven by a biotic pollination syndrome, relying heavily on animal intermediaries to facilitate genetic exchange. Specifically, the plant utilizes insect pollination, with bees playing a significant role in the transfer of pollen between flowers. Following successful fertilization, the plant produces seeds characterized by a highly consistent mass; the seed mass is recorded at a uniform value of 0.09544 g, representing the minimum, maximum, and mean mass for the species.

Pollination syndrome :

insect

Pollination syndrome :

bee

Pollination syndrome :

biotic

Seed mass mean:

0.09544 g

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Albizia coriaria has 2 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf, root.

Leaf

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Root

1. Journal of natural products

Chemicals

Albizia coriaria has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Tannins, Cardiac Glycosides, Phenols, Saponins.

Flavonoids

1. Journal of ethnopharmacology
2. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Tannins

1. Journal of ethnopharmacology
2. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Cardiac Glycosides

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Phenols

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Saponins

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Terpenes

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Terpenoids

1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

gummiferaoside C

1. Journal of natural products

Activities

Albizia coriaria has 3 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic, Antibacterial, Antioxidant.

Cytotoxic

1. Frontiers in toxicology
2. Journal of natural products

Antibacterial

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Antioxidant

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Medicinal Uses

Albizia coriaria has 6 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, malaria, cough, fever, opportunistic infections.

Most Reported Uses

Preparations