THE EFFECT OF DIFFERENT LEVELS OF PHOSPHORUS ON EARLY GROWTH AND NODULE FORMATION (NODULATION) OF Leucaena leucocephala
ABSTRACT Leucaena leucocephala plays a significant role in sustainable agriculture through their ability to improve soil fertility and health. Leucaena leucocephala, with a mutual symbiotic relationship with some bacteria in soil, can improve nitrogen (N) amount through biological N-fixation (BNF). But to maximize such functions, legumes need more phosphorus (P) as it is required for energy transformation in nodules. Besides, P also plays a significant role to root development, nutrient upta...