It does not tolerate frost. Gliricidia grows on a wide range of soil types, even in highly disturbed areas. Different provenances perform better in different conditions, and provenance trials are advisable. Pests and Diseases. Aphids and some fungi can cause damage to gliricidia, however, chemical control is not advised.
Young seedlings require protection from browsing animals.
Harvesting Seeds . Gliricidia seeds well in some areas and not at all in others. Fruiting occurs in the dry season after the trees shed their leaves. Collect pods from a large number of outstanding trees. Seeds are extracted by drying the pods in the sun.