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Goldenball Leadtree
Leucaena retusa
In the United States:
Native
· also called Littleleaf Leadtree, Wahoo Tree, Lemonball
Honeybees forage on the bright yellow puffball flowers primarily for pollen, with limited nectar available. Flowering occurs in repeated flushes from spring through fall, especially following rains in dry climates. The shrub or small tree is highly drought-tolerant and resprouts vigorously after pruning or disturbance, though its brittle branches may break in strong winds.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | April–October |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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