Leucaena leucocephala
WHITE LEAD TREE, HORSE TAMARIND
Fabaceae-Mimosoideae

 
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Plant type: deciduous tree

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
20m
Plant habit
 
15m

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Flowers: white

Flowering Time: early spring to late summer
 
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Leucaena leucocephala
WHITE LEAD TREE, HORSE TAMARIND
Fabaceae-Mimosoideae

 

  Plant type: deciduous tree

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
20m
Plant habit
 
15m

FEATURES

Flowers: white

Flowering Time: early spring to late summer


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean & tropical designs

Uses: shade tree, informal screen

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average



HAZARDS

Weed Potential: yes






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