Leucaena Leucocephala Subabul Jumbay Tamarind Ipil-ipil Image Stock Photography

Leucaena leucocephala is a small fast-growing mimosoid tree native to southern Mexico and northern Central America (Belize and Guatemala) and is now naturalized throughout the tropics including parts of Asia. Common names include jumbay, white leadtree, river tamarind, ipil-ipil,tan tan, and white popinac. Leucaena leucocephala is used for a variety of purposes, such as fencing, soil fertility, firewood, fiber, and livestock fodder.