Unlocking the potential of Albizia procera: A multifunctional tree for sustainable development and climate resilience

Authors

  • Syed Shaheen Shah Socio-Environmental Energy Science Department, Graduate School of Energy Science, Kyoto University, Yoshida-honmachi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8501, Japan
  • M Nasiruzzaman Shaikh Interdisciplinary Research Center for Hydrogen Technology and Carbon Management (IRC-HTCM), King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, KFUPM Box 5040, Dhahran 31261, Saudi Arabia
  • Tanzilur Rahman Department of Bioengineering, College of Chemicals and Materials, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran 31261, Saudi Arabia
  • Md Iftekhar Shams Forestry and Wood Technology Discipline, Khulna University, Khulna 9208, Bangladesh
  • Md Almujaddade Alfasane Department of Botany, University of Dhaka, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh
  • Syed Masiur Rahman Applied Research Center for Environment and Marine Studies, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran 31261, Saudi Arabia
  • Asif Raihan Applied Research Center for Environment and Marine Studies, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran 31261, Saudi Arabia
  • S M Abu Nayem Department of Chemistry, Jagannath University, Dhaka 1100, Bangladesh
  • Md Abdul Aziz Interdisciplinary Research Center for Hydrogen Technology and Carbon Management (IRC-HTCM), King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, KFUPM Box 5040, Dhahran 31261, Saudi Arabia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3329/bjpt.v31i2.78761

Keywords:

Albizia procera; Sustainable development; Climate resilience; Agroforestry; Carbon sequestration.

Abstract

Albizia procera (Roxb.) Benth., a versatile and fast-growing tree species under the family Fabaceae, holds substantial potential for advancing sustainable development and climate resilience. This review highlights the taxonomy, ecological benefits, and diverse applications and ecological benefits of A. procera, emphasizing its role in reforestation, agroforestry, and sustainable forestry practices. A. procera is also valued for its high-quality timber, contributing to traditional woodworking and modern engineered products like Glulam beams, demonstrating its economic value. Additionally, A. procera contributes to its carbon sequestration, aligning with climate action goals due to its high biomass productivity. While acknowledging the need for careful management to mitigate risks such as invasiveness, this review underscores the significance of A. procera in fostering ecological restoration, sustainable livelihoods, and climate adaptation strategies. Its multifaceted benefits position A. procera as a critical asset in pursuing a sustainable and resilient future.

Bangladesh J. Plant Taxon. 31(2): 329-347, 2024 (December)

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2024-12-29

How to Cite

Shah, S. S., Shaikh, M. N., Rahman, T., Shams, M. I., Alfasane, M. A., Rahman, S. M., … Aziz , M. A. (2024). Unlocking the potential of Albizia procera: A multifunctional tree for sustainable development and climate resilience. Bangladesh Journal of Plant Taxonomy, 31(2), 329–347. https://doi.org/10.3329/bjpt.v31i2.78761

Issue

Vol. 31 No. 2 (2024)

Section

Review Paper

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