Albizzia julibrissin is a widely distributed plant in China. Its dried stem bark has been used in traditional oriental medicine to treat insomnia, diuresis, sthenia, ascaricide, and confusion.

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Mulch with 5-8cm of organic matter, keeping it clear of the trunk. Water deeply once or twice weekly, applying 30-50 litres ...

The most popular leguminous tree known for dying back is mimosa or silk tree (Albizia julibrissin). It is famous for its rapid growth into an umbrella form but within a decade or less, branches ...

It is also true, however, that leguminous trees such as carob have a tendency for limbs to die back for no apparent reason, but this tendency will only be exacerbated by improper pruning. The most ...

The most popular leguminous tree known for dying back is mimosa or silk tree (Albizia julibrissin). It is famous for its rapid growth into a perfect umbrella form but, within a decade or less ...

The mimosa or silk tree (Albizia julibrissin) is known for its rapid growth, but often begins to die back within a decade. (Photo by Joshua Siskin) ...