Leucaena greggii
Leucaena greggii S.Watson
Leucaena greggii is a species in the Fabaceae family, native to Northeast Mexico. It is threatened by habitat loss and was named after Josiah Gregg, a 19th-century naturalist and explorer.
Description
Leucaena greggii, described by S. Watson in 1888, is a member of the Fabaceae family and is endemic to Northeast Mexico. The species is at risk due to habitat degradation and loss. The name greggii commemorates Josiah Gregg, known for his contributions to the study of the American Southwest and Northern Mexico.
Distribution
Global · Mexico Northeast
Synonyms
Ryncholeucaena greggii
