Leucaena leucocephala subsp. glabrata
White Leadtree
Also known as: Leucaena blancii Ram.Goyena +1 more
- Leucaena blancii Ram.Goyena
- Leucaena glabrata Rose
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
- Botanical Family: Fabaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tree.
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Leucaena leucocephala subsp. glabrata (commonly known as White leadtree) is a tree belonging to the Fabaceae family. Originating in North America and South America, this subspecies is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring subspecies of Leucaena leucocephala, which is linked below, along with other subspecies of this species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Tree
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA, SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Central America, Mexico
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Algeria, Baleares, Bolivia, Canary Is., Colombia, Cyprus, Galápagos, Gulf of Guinea Is., Italy, Lebanon-Syria, Madeira, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Palestine, Portugal, Queensland, Sicilia, Spain, Tunisia, Uganda, Venezuela, Venezuelan Antilles
Base Species & Variations