What is another word for gliricidia?
Pronunciation: [ɡlˌɪɹɪsˈɪdi͡ə] (IPA) 
Gliricidia is commonly known as the "quick stick" or "Mexican lilac." It is a versatile tree, which is why it has been given so many different names. Other synonyms for gliricidia include "mother of cocoa," "madre cacao," and "kakawate." These names refer to the tree's ability to help cocoa plants grow more robustly. Other names include "Indian lilac," "rain tree," "nicaraguan cocoa shade," "gliricidia sepium," and "tree hedge." Whatever name you use, know that this tree provides numerous benefits to agricultural lands and is a crucial component of sustainable farming practices. Its leaves, bark, and flowers are also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of food for livestock.
