gliricidias

[US]/ɡlɪrɪˈsɪdiəz/
[UK]/ɡlɪrɪˈsɪdiəz/

Translation

n.Plural form of gliricidia; a genus of flowering plants in the pea family (Fabaceae), consisting of trees and shrubs native to the Americas, often used as shade trees, fodder, or timber.

Phrases & Collocations

gliricidia trees

gliricidia fence

gliricidia wood

planting gliricidias

gliricidia hedgerow

cutting gliricidias

gliricidia leaves

pruning gliricidias

gliricidia support

gliricidia agroforestry

Example Sentences

gliricidia trees are commonly planted along field boundaries in tropical regions.

the gliricidia leaves decompose quickly and add nutrients to the soil.

farmers use gliricidia hedgerows to protect crops from strong winds.

gliricidia bark contains compounds that repel insects naturally.

this gliricidia species grows rapidly and can reach heights of ten meters.

the fragrant gliricidia flowers attract bees and other pollinators.

gliricidia roots help prevent soil erosion on sloping farmland.

many agroforestry systems incorporate gliricidia for shade and nitrogen fixation.

gliricidia mulch suppresses weed growth effectively in vegetable gardens.

the gliricidia wood dries quickly and burns with a bright flame.

intercropping with gliricidia improves maize yields in many tropical areas.

gliricidia branches are often used as natural fencing material in rural villages.

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