Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Leucaena

Species:

Leucaena esculenta

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

12-20 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

white

Native Range

United States: California, Florida

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

fertile, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to semi-arid regions, tolerates drought