The difference between leucaena and acacia

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1. Difference in appearance

2. Different functions

Leucaena is evergreen without thorns, with a height of 6 cm. There are generally 4 to 8 pairs of pinnae and 10 to 15 pairs of small leaves. The flowers are small and numerous, with narrow white petals. The height of acacia can reach 2 to 4 meters, and the length of thorns can reach 1 to 2 centimeters. The flowers are also smaller and light yellow in color, and occasionally white.

1. Differences in appearance

Leucaena: It is evergreen, has no thorns, and is an upright shrub guarding a small tree. The height of the plant is 6 cm, and occasionally there are double-pinnate compound leaves. There are generally 4 to 8 pairs of pinnae, and 10 to 15 pairs of small leaves. The shape is linear and oblong, with a pointed top and a wedge-shaped base. The sides of the midrib are asymmetrical, and the color on the back is relatively light. The inflorescence head is axillary and ball-shaped. In addition, its flowers are also very small, but there are many and very dense. The color of the petals is white and relatively narrow. It usually grows in tropical or subtropical areas.

Leucaena: Although it It is also a shrub, but it is very tall. The height can reach 2 to 4 meters. There are many thorns on the branches, and the length of the thorns can reach 1 to 2 centimeters. The bipinnate compound leaves have 4 to 8 pairs of pinnae, and each pinna has many leaflets, about 10 to 20 pairs. This is the same as Leucaena, and the leaflets are also linear and oblong. of. It has many seeds and is black in color. The petioles are relatively flat and can be arranged vertically together, with many sharp spines at the base. The flowers are also relatively small, but the color is light yellow, and occasionally white. Smells very aromatic.

2. Different functions< /h2>

Leucaena: Its tree shape is relatively beautiful and can be pruned at will. It is very elegant and generous. It is often suitable for use in gardens or town green walls. In addition, its flowers, fruits and skin can be used as medicine, which can effectively eliminate swelling and pain and stop bleeding. It is generally used to treat some coughs and joint pain, and it has a very good effect. It can also protect the ecology and green the barren mountains.

Acacia: It has many branches and thorns, so it is often used as a hedge. Its wood is also very hard, so it can be used as a relatively expensive piece of equipment. In addition, its roots and pods contain substances that can be used as black dye and can clear away heat when used as medicine. In addition, the flowers are also very fragrant and can be extracted and used as essence.

2. Different functions

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