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Spiny Octopus Tree

Alluaudia dumosa, Didiereaceae

Zones
10–12
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerWindbreakPest ConfuserBeneficial Insect Habitat

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

Arabian CarallumaCaralluma retrospiciens
Nurse PlantWind Protection
Perrier's BaobabAdansonia perrieri
Shade ProvisionNurse Plant
Namaqua PorkbushCeraria namaquensis
Nurse PlantWind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Namib PorkbushCeraria carrissoana

Both succulent trees from Madagascar compete for similar arid habitat resources

Uses

Functions

Living FenceErosion ControlMicroclimate CreationWater Retention

Edible Parts

Young LeavesStem Sap

Medicinal Uses

Wound HealingSkin Conditions

Common Questions

What zones does Spiny Octopus Tree grow in?

Spiny Octopus Tree grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Spiny Octopus Tree?

Good companions for Spiny Octopus Tree include Arabian Caralluma, Perrier's Baobab, Namaqua Porkbush.

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