The Hawaiʻi Invasive Species Committee released an Albizia Strategic Plan in 2018 to minimize the impacts of Albizia on the environment, human health, and infrastructure; Stages of Growth pamphlet from the Ko’olau Watershed. History and Background and why not-to-plant on the PlantPono; Potential Uses of Albizia

Potentially the fastest growing tree in the world, Albizia (Falcataria moluccana) is one of the most noticeable invasive species in Hawaiʻi. These large trees, up to 150 feet tall, can grow 15 feet per year and quickly outcompete and displace entire Hawaiian forests.

Jun 28, 2023 · HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Homeowners are encouraged to help root out dangerous Albizia trees. Albizia trees are extremely fast-growing and can reach up to 15 feet annually.

Albizia trees (Falcataria moluccana) are harmful to our communities in Hawai'i. Learn what can be done to mitigate the hazards.

Albizia grows rapidly in the first five years, making branches brittle. In good condition, Albizia can grow roughly 15 feet per year, up to 150 feet. Because of the fast growth, branches are large and brittle, causing them to drop at random.

Native to Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, and the Solomon Islands, albizia (Falcataria moluccana) is a fast growing tropical tree that was introduced to Hawaiʻi in 1917 by Joseph Rock as an ornamental plant and for reforestation purposes (Elbert, et al. 2003).

Albizia is a fast growing tree that is invasive (weedy) in native `ohi`a forests as well as on land disturbed by human activities. Albizia causes `ohi`a to die off, and makes the environment more favorable for other invasive species (clidemia, guava, and possibly miconia and the coqui frog).