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| Samanea saman, Albizia saman Family: Family: Mimosoideae / Mimosaceae Rain Tree, Monkeypod, Cenizaro, Cow Tamarind Origin: Tropical America ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Stunning shade tree with large, dome-shaped canopy - symmetrical crown. Pink powderpuff flowers. The pods have a sweet, sticky brown pulp, and are fed to cattle in Central America. It is native to the mainland neotropics, from Mexico south to Peru and Brazil, but has been widely introduced to the Pacific islands, including Hawaii. The attractive wood is crafted into platters and bowls that are commonly marketed in Hawaii. |
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