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Gliricidia sepium, commonly known as Gliricidia, is a fast-growing tree native to Central and parts of South America, including countries such as Belize, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panamá. Gliricidia (Latin: Gliricidia sepium, family Fabaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Gliricidia is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Gliricidia is a member of the Fabaceae family native to BLZ, BZN, BZS, CLM, COS, and ELS. Gliricidia thrives in full sun and requires moist but well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Gliricidia grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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