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Rough Jointvetch

Aeschynomene rudis, Fabaceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerGround CoverMulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Sickle JointvetchAeschynomene falcata
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect HabitatPhysical Support
MaygrassPhalaris caroliniana
Nitrogen Fixation
Signal GrassBrachiaria decumbens
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Hairypod CowpeaVigna luteola

Both legumes compete for similar growing conditions and rhizobial associations

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationSoil BuildingWetland StabilizationSummer CoverWildlife Habitat

Common Questions

What zones does Rough Jointvetch grow in?

Rough Jointvetch grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

Is Rough Jointvetch a nitrogen fixer?

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

What are good companion plants for Rough Jointvetch?

Good companions for Rough Jointvetch include Sickle Jointvetch, Maygrass, Signal Grass.

Design guilds with Rough Jointvetch and see companion relationships visually.

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