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Siris Tree
AED 105each, 1.7-2 M
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- Siris Tree, 1.7-2 M × 1
- AED 105
- Total
- AED 105
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About this plant
Albizia lebbeck, sold from 1.7 to 4 m, a fast shade tree with feathery leaves and scented puffball flowers. It needs full sun.
The Siris Tree (Albizia lebbeck), also called the woman's tongue tree, is a large deciduous to semi-evergreen tree native to tropical Asia. It has feathery, twice-divided leaves, creamy yellow-green puffball flowers with a sweet scent, and long, flat straw-colored seed pods that rattle in the wind, which gives it its common nickname.
It is a well proven shade tree in the UAE, tolerating heat, full sun, drought and poor soil once established. It grows fast with regular water. It sheds leaves and pods seasonally, so it creates some cleanup, and its spreading roots need space away from pools and paving. It can drop leaves for a short time in the cooler months.
It suits large villa gardens, farms, parking areas, compound landscapes and anywhere broad shade is needed quickly. We offer it from 1.7–2 m young trees up to 3.5–4 m trees.
- Sizes
- 1.7, 2.5 and 3.5 cm
- Watering
- Every 2–3 days in summer for the first year, then weekly; less in winter
Why people love it
- Feathery leaves and scented flowers give a light, airy canopy.
- Feathery foliage spreads into a broad canopy within a few years.
- Scented pale flowers appear under full summer sun.
- It is common along UAE streets.
Light
Full sun
AC
Keep it 1 metre from vents
Pets
Not listed in the ASPCA database (checked under Siris Tree, Woman's Tongue Tree, Lebbeck and Albizia lebbeck). Check with your vet if you have pets.
Worth knowing
- The ASPCA does not list it, so check with a vet if you have pets.
- Roots spread wide and can disturb paving.
- Long pods rattle and drop and need clearing.
- Fine leaves drop in late winter before new growth.
Why Green Beetle, Not a Nursery
What changes when you buy here instead of collecting from a nursery.
| Compare | Plant Nursery | Green Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Plant quality | Grown outdoors, stressed indoors | Acclimatized for Dubai interiors |
| Before dispatch | Not checked | Checked for damage |
| Repotting | Needed straight away | Fresh soil, not needed |
| Delivery | You collect | Delivered, packed properly |
| After-care | None | WhatsApp help from our team |
Questions about Siris Tree? Talk to our team.
Care Guide for Dubai Homes
How to keep Siris Tree healthy through the Dubai year.
Light
Full sun. Keep it out of harsh direct afternoon sun in summer.
Watering
Every 2–3 days in summer for the first year, then weekly; less in winter. Water when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feels dry, empty the saucer afterwards, and check the soil before you water: AC slows how fast the plant uses water.
Care notes
Soil: well-draining garden soil; tolerates sandy and poor ground. Feeding: a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring for young trees. Common mistake: planting it beside a pool or paved area, where leaf and pod drop and roots cause problems. Where it works: large villa gardens, farms, parking areas and compound landscapes.
AC and air flow
Keep it at least 1 metre from AC vents. Cold air blowing straight onto the leaves dries the edges.
Cleaning the leaves
Dust settles quickly in Dubai homes. Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks so they keep taking in light.
Feeding and repotting
Feed once a month from March to October. Repot every 2 years into a pot one size up, or book a Plant Doctor visit and we do it for you.
Pets
Not listed in the ASPCA database (checked under Siris Tree, Woman's Tongue Tree, Lebbeck and Albizia lebbeck). Check with your vet if you have pets.
Need Help Later On?
Book a Plant Doctor visit: our team checks the plant, changes the soil, feeds, prunes and cleans it, and shows you how to keep it healthy.
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Siris Tree FAQs
How fast does the Siris tree grow?
It grows quickly with regular water and can give useful shade within a few years.
Why is it called woman's tongue tree?
The dry seed pods rattle in the wind, which inspired the nickname.
Does it lose its leaves?
It can be partly deciduous, dropping leaves for a short period in the cooler months.
Is it toxic to pets?
It is not listed in the ASPCA database. Check with your vet if you have pets that chew pods.
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