Tag: Leucaena

Leucaena leaves, from the fast-growing 'miracle tree' *Leucaena leucocephala*, are a highly nutritious forage crop that can contain up to 34% crude protein in dry matter. Beyond their value as animal feed, these leaves offer significant benefits for soil enrichment and may even hold medicinal properties for human use.

Leucaena, a fast-growing legume tree, is recognized for its high crude protein content, which can reach up to 34% in its dried leaves, making it a powerful source of nutrition. Primarily used as forage, its leaves and seeds also offer notable nutritional benefits for human consumption when properly processed.