Leucaena retusa

Also Known As

Goldenball Leadtree
Goldenball Tree
Littleleaf Leadtree

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 12'-25'
W: 10'-15'

planting zones

7b-10b

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Leucaena retusa plant details

Leucaena retusa is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Leucaena retusa

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 12 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Leucaena retusa

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This “Goldenball Tree” from parts of northern Mexico, Texas and New Mexico has rather coarse-textured (but soft) very bright green leaves, topped with showy yellow puffballs that are larger than those of many legumes. It is one of the hardiest members of the genus, tolerating 5 °F in dry climates. HW.