Fruits of Albizia lebbeck tree in Aspire Park. Doha, Qatar, November 23, 2014Acacia lebbeck, Acacia lebbek, Acacia macrophylla, Acacia speciosa, Albizia latifolia, Albizia lebbek, Feuilleea lebbeck, Inga borbonica, Inga leucoxylon, Mimosa lebbeck, Mimosa lebbek, Mimosa sirissa, Mimosa speciosa, Pithecellobium splitgerberianum
Frywood, Woman's tongues Tree
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Albizia lebbeck, also known as the woman's tongue tree or siris tree, is a deciduous tree native to tropical Asia and Africa. In Qatar, it has been introduced as an ornamental species and is commonly found in urban landscapes, parks, and along roadsides. Research in Qatar has shown that A. lebbeck can tolerate high temperatures, drought, and saline conditions, making it a suitable species for the country's arid environment. However, its invasive potential and allelopathic effects on native vegetation have raised concerns among local conservationists.
Flower buds of frywood tree (Albizia lebbeck) on Al Shatt Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 30, 2015
Flower of frywood tree (Albizia lebbeck) on Al Shatt Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 30, 2015
Leaf of frywood tree (Albizia lebbeck) on Al Shatt Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 30, 2015
Wilted flower of frywood tree (Albizia lebbeck) on Al Shatt Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 30, 2015
Blooming frywood tree (Albizia lebbeck) on Al Shatt Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 30, 2015
Detail of a flower of frywood tree (Albizia lebbeck) on Al Shatt Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 30, 2015
Close up of a leaf of frywood tree (Albizia lebbeck) on Al Shatt Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 30, 2015
Blooming frywood tree (Albizia lebbeck) on Al Shatt Street near Saha 15 in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, June 17, 2015
Silky flowers of frywood tree (Albizia lebbeck) on Al Shatt Street near Saha 15 in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, June 17, 2015
Dry flowers and seed pods of frywood tree (Albizia lebbeck) on the ground in Dahl Al Hamam Park at Al Markhiya Street. Doha, Qatar, June 23, 2016Observations of Albizia lebbeck in Qatar show that the tree produces fruits, as seen in Aspire Park on November 23, 2014, and May 2, 2015. The tree's flower buds were observed on Al Shatt Street in Onaiza area on April 30, 2015, and blooming flowers were seen on the same street on April 30, 2015, and June 17, 2015. The leaves of the tree were also observed on Al Shatt Street on April 30, 2015. The trees were found to be thriving in various locations, including Aspire Park and Dahl Al Hamam Park. The flowers were described as silky, and dry flowers and seed pods were seen on the ground in June 2016. Overall, the observations suggest that Albizia lebbeck is a flowering and fruiting tree that grows well in Qatar's environment.
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