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Upas Tree

Antiaris toxicaria, Moraceae

Zones
10–12
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Shade ProviderWindbreakPest ConfuserMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (seedling)High (established)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Antagonistic Plants

African NutmegPycnanthus angolensis

Toxic compounds from Antiaris can inhibit growth and establishment of nearby tree species

Corky Bark OrangeStrychnos cocculoides

Upas Tree's toxic compounds may inhibit Corky Bark Orange growth while competing for canopy light space

Bitter KolaGarcinia kola

Upas tree produces highly toxic latex containing cardiac glycosides that can inhibit growth of nearby plants

ArazaEugenia stipitata

Highly toxic latex from Upas tree can severely inhibit growth of fruit trees and other nearby plants

VinháticoPlathymenia reticulata

Upas Tree's allelopathic compounds inhibit Vinhático growth and compete for light

Uses

Functions

Timber ProductionForest CanopyTraditional Fiber Source

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Arrow PoisonBark Compounds For Research

Common Questions

What zones does Upas Tree grow in?

Upas Tree grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

Design guilds with Upas Tree and see companion relationships visually.

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