Leucaena collinsii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Britton & Rose
Source:
ildis
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 126 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164453
Common Names
- Guajillo
- Mexican Whitewood
- White Popinac
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Leucaena collinsii collinsii [unknown]
- Leucaena esculenta collinsii (Britton & Rose) Zarate [unknown]
Description
Leucaena collinsii (also called Collins Leucaena, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central America. It has a short stem, with a few branches, and its leaves are pinnate. It grows in dry and rocky soils, in areas with little vegetation.
Uses & Benefits
Leucaena collinsii is used as a cover crop, for erosion control, and as a nitrogen-fixing plant. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock and as a food source for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leucaena collinsii is a yellow, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have two leaflets.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leucaena collinsii is an annual or perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Leucaena collinsii
Leucaena collinsii is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, open woods, fields, and along roadsides.
Leucaena collinsii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucaena collinsii?
Leucaena collinsii
What is the common name of Leucaena collinsii?
Collins' Leadtree
Where is Leucaena collinsii native to?
Central America
Species in the Leucaena genus
Leucaena esculenta, Leucaena leucocephala, Leucaena pulverulenta, Leucaena collinsii, Leucaena lanceolata, Leucaena diversifolia, Leucaena macrophylla, Leucaena trichodes, Leucaena multicapitula, Leucaena trichandra, Leucaena salvadorensis, Leucaena greggii, Leucaena cuspidata, Leucaena confertiflora, Leucaena pueblana, Leucaena pallida, Leucaena matudae, Leucaena magnifica, Leucaena lempirana, Leucaena mixtec, Leucaena spontanea, Leucaena retusa, Leucaena shannonii, Leucaena mixtec, Leucaena zacapana, Leucaena involucrata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Leucaena collinsii Britton & Rose: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.