PatternBaseSalam Acacia
Acacia ehrenbergiana, Fabaceae
Zones
9–12
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate
Guild Roles
ProducerNitrogen FixerWindbreakShade Provider
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (preferred)
Water
Low (established)Moderate (seedling)
Soil pH
6.5 – 8.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Mexican FencepostStenocereus alamosensis
Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant
Saltwort SaxaulHaloxylon salicornicumNitrogen FixationNurse Plant
Port Royal SennaSenna italicaNitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing
CandelillaEuphorbia antisyphiliticaNitrogen FixationNurse Plant
Umbrella Thorn AcaciaAcacia raddianaNitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing
Antagonistic Plants
Uses
Functions
Sand Dune StabilizationFodder ProductionLiving Fence
Edible Parts
SeedsPodsGum
Medicinal Uses
Traditional Cough RemedyDigestive Aid
Common Questions
What zones does Salam Acacia grow in?
Salam Acacia grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.
Is Salam Acacia a nitrogen fixer?
Yes, Salam Acacia is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.
What are good companion plants for Salam Acacia?
Good companions for Salam Acacia include Mexican Fencepost, Saltwort Saxaul, Port Royal Senna, Candelilla, Umbrella Thorn Acacia.
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