Botanical Name
Leucaena retusa
Plant Type
Trees (Small)/Large Shrubs
Native To
Edwards Plateau
Plant Height Min
12ft
Plant Height Max
20ft+
Plant Spread Min
12ft
Plant Spread Max
15ft
Light
Sun/Part Shade
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Seasonal Interest From
Spring
Seasonal Interest To
Fall
Plant Color
Gold
Seasonal Feature
Flower
Water Needs
Very Low
Small, understory tree with 1" round globe-like fragrant blooms; airy foliage casts light shade underneath the canopy; provides habitat and food for wildlife; prune for shape or to raise the canopy if needed