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Leucaena leucocephala (lam.) de wit as a forage plant ? A review
Author
MacLaurin, A.R.
Tainton, N.M.
Bransby, D.I.
Publisher
Proceedings of the Annual Congresses of the Grassland Society of Southern Africa
Publication Year
1981
Body

The tropical legume Leucaena leucocephala (Lam.) de Wit is reviewed with respect to distribution, botanical description, cytology, climatic response, soil and nutrient requirements, establishment, management, herbage production, nutrient value, animal disorders and animal performance. The conclusion drawn is that this legume may fulfil a forage production role in South Africa.

Language
English
Resource Type
Text
Document Type
Journal Issue/Article
Collection
Southern Africa Collection
Journal Name
Proceedings of the Annual Congresses of the Grassland Society of Southern Africa
Keywords
Africa