Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spontanea
ID:
193209

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.E.Hughes & S.A.Harris

Source:
ildis

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol.212: 70 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192538



Common Names

  • Leucaena Spontanea
  • Leucaena Spontanea
  • Spontaneous Leadtree


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Description

Leucaena spontanea (also called Spontaneous Leucaena, among many other common names) is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It has a rounded crown, and its leaves are alternate, bipinnate, and bright green. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in dry to moist soils, and in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Leucaena spontanea is used as a source of firewood, timber, and fodder. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and as a source of tannin for leather tanning.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucaena spontanea is a white to yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green calyx. The seed is a flat, brown, oblong-shaped seed, with a smooth surface and a pointed tip. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucaena spontanea is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Leucaena spontanea

Leucaena spontanea can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Leucaena spontanea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucaena spontanea?

Leucaena spontanea

What is the common name of Leucaena spontanea?

Spontaneous Leadtree

What is the growth habit of Leucaena spontanea?

It is an erect, clump-forming perennial

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

IPNI record: 1002914-1: Originally associated with wfo-0000363081
The Plant List version 1.0, record: kew-2346510: Originally associated with wfo-0000363081
The Plant List version 1.1, record: kew-2346510: Originally associated with wfo-0000363081
Colin Edward Hughes (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.E.Hughes' in the authors string.
Colin Edward Hughes (b.1957): Originally associated with wfo-0000363081
Stephen A. Harris: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Harris' in the authors string.
Stephen A. Harris: Originally associated with wfo-0000363081