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Goldenball Lead Tree

Leucaena retusa

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Illustration of Goldenball Lead Tree (Leucaena retusa)

Goldenball Lead Tree is a small tree with bright yellow, spherical flower clusters. It is native to Texas and is often found in dry, rocky areas. The tree is a nitrogen-fixer and is used in land reclamation projects.

Habitat
It grows in rocky, arid regions of Texas.
Diet
Its flowers attract bees and butterflies, which aid in pollination.
How common
Rare

Best time to see a Goldenball Lead Tree

The best time to see a Goldenball Lead Tree is April–May, when about 61% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 1,004 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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