Abstract
AbstractThe chemical composition of the green, fully ripened pods and seeds of Leucaena leucocephala shows some variation in their nutrient contents in different genotypes. Green pods are a rich source of protein and well comparable with the protein content of leguminous seeds. The structural carbohydrate varies significantly. Green pods are of dual importance to supply fibre and nutrients. The empty fully ripened pods are fibrous. The seeds, besides having rich protein content, have 20 – 25% galactomannan gum which has the potential to be used as a laxative and in vegetable soups. Mimosine content is higher in the green pods, but it is thermolabile.
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