Leucaena collinsii Britton & Rose

A deciduous tree. The crown is wide and open. It grows 10-15 m tall. The trunk can be 20-40 cm across. The fruit are pods 11-18 cm long and 1-2 cm wide. There are 9-20 seeds.

It is a tropical plant. It grows in seasonally dry deciduous forests. It grows between 100-900 m above sea level. It is best in areas with a day temperature between 22-30°C. It is best in areas with a rainfall between 900-2,500 m per year. It needs well-drained soils and a sunny position. Once established plants can tolerate drought.

The seeds are eaten raw or cooked. The young green seeds are roasted, dried or put into soups and stews. They have a garlic like flavour. Young pods, leaves and flowers are eaten as potherbs.

Plants can be grown from seeds. Seeds often have a hard seed coat. They can be put in warm water and then soaked for 12-24 hours.