What is Indian Siris?

About Indian Siris:

• Indian Siris, also known as Albizia lebbeck, is a tropical tree native to India and Southeast Asia.
• It belongs to the Fabaceae family and is a deciduous tree with a wide range of uses.
• They require a warm and humid climate and can be grown in a variety of soil types, including clay, loam, and sandy soil.
• Features:
  • It grows up to a maximum height of 15-20 meters and has a wide-spreading, umbrella-shaped canopy.
  • The tree trunk is typically straight, with a diameter of up to 1 meter.
  • Its leaves are green and fern-like and can grow up to 25 cm long.
  • It has a moderate to dense branching pattern, with branches that spread outwards and upwards from the trunk.
  • It produces small, white and fragrant flowers in clusters. 
• Ecological Role:
  • The tree is capable of fixing nitrogen from the atmosphere, which helps to enrich the soil and support other plant species.
  • The extensive, shallow root system makes it a good soil binder and suited to soil conservation and erosion control.