Albizia saman

plantation: La Pedregosa, Colombia

Features

Family: Fabaceae
Common names: Arbre à Pluie, Saman, Rain Tree, Monkey Pod, Giant Thibet, Inga Saman, Cow Tamarind, East Indian Walnut
Type of foliage: Evergreen
Life expectancy: 30 years
Total weight of CO2 captured: 678 Kg
Height: 25 m

Presentation

Albizia saman, also known as the Saman tree or Rain tree, is a large flowering tree native to Colombia. With a wide, umbrella-like crown and bipinnate leaves, it is valued for its shade and ornamental qualities, as well as its timber and as a food source for animals.

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Usefulness of the tree

The Saman tree is highly valued for its shade and ornamental qualities, and it is often planted along streets and in parks and gardens. The tree is also important for its timber, which is used for furniture, construction, and fuel. Additionally, the Saman tree is a source of food for animals, including birds, monkeys, and squirrels, which eat the seeds and fruits.

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