Subabul
Leucaena leucocephala · Fabaceae
Self-seeds aggressively to form dense single-species thickets on wasteland and forest margins
Why Subabul is a problem
Self-seeds aggressively to form dense single-species thickets on wasteland and forest margins
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What to plant instead
Native nitrogen-fixing trees such as Albizia lebbeck or Vachellia nilotica
Frequently asked questions
Is Subabul invasive in India?
Yes. Subabul (Leucaena leucocephala) is considered invasive in India. Self-seeds aggressively to form dense single-species thickets on wasteland and forest margins
Why is Subabul a problem?
Self-seeds aggressively to form dense single-species thickets on wasteland and forest margins
What can I plant instead of Subabul?
Good native alternatives include Babul.