Guaje

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Found in United States.

🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Fabales (Legumes & Allies)

Family

Fabaceae

Genus

Leucaena

Species

Leucaena esculenta (Guaje)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish guaje

Similar Species in Leucaena

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Great Leadtree

Leucaena pulverulenta

Least Concern

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littleleaf leadtree

Leucaena retusa

Least Concern

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Red leucaena

Leucaena diversifolia

Least Concern

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White leadtree

Leucaena leucocephala

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Guaje?

The scientific name of Guaje is Leucaena esculenta. It belongs to the genus Leucaena.

What is the conservation status of Guaje?

Guaje (Leucaena esculenta) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Guaje live?

Guaje is found in Found in United States.. Countries include United States.

What family does Guaje belong to?

Guaje (Leucaena esculenta) belongs to the genus Leucaena, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

Is Guaje endangered?

No, Guaje (Leucaena esculenta) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Guaje belong to?

Guaje (Leucaena esculenta) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Guaje?

The closest relatives of Guaje in the genus Leucaena include Great Leadtree, littleleaf leadtree, Red leucaena, White leadtree.