River Jam

Acacia coriacea subsp. sericophylla, Fabaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Kangaroo GrassThemeda triandra

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Wild Passion VinePassiflora foetida

Physical SupportPollinator Sharing

Brush CherrySyzygium australe

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Native TamarindDiploglottis cunninghamii

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationSoil ImprovementWildlife HabitatFire Recovery

Edible Parts

SeedsSeed Pods

Medicinal Uses

Bark Antiseptic

Common Questions

What zones does River Jam grow in?

River Jam grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

Is River Jam a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, River Jam is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for River Jam?

Good companions for River Jam include Kangaroo Grass, Wild Passion Vine, Brush Cherry, Native Tamarind.

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