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Kakawate Tree Characteristics and Uses

Kakawate Tree Characteristics and Uses

Agroforestry
Are you familiar with the kakawate tree, madre de cacao? This fast-growing plant is not just a beautiful addition to your garden, but it also has numerous uses and benefits. From providing animal fodder to being used for furniture and even preventing soil erosion, the kakawate tree is truly a wonder of nature. In this blog post, we'll explore all you need to know about this incredible plant - its characteristics, applications, profitability in planting, importance in reforestation, and preventing soil erosion. So, let's dive right in! Kakawate Tree Description and Characteristics The kakawate (also spelled kakawati) is a tropical plant in the Leguminosae family. It can grow up to 12 meters tall and has a trunk diameter of about 30 centimeters. The bark is smooth and grayish-brown. One...