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Bellota

Beilschmiedia pendula, Lauraceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderBeneficial Insect HabitatWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Ceylon GooseberryDovyalis hebecarpa
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Giant Velvet BeanMucuna gigantea
Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support
Pracaxi Oil TreePentaclethra macroloba
Beneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Tallow TreeAllanblackia floribunda

Both are large tropical trees that compete intensively for forest canopy space and deep soil nutrients

Uses

Functions

Nut ProductionTimber ProductionForest Restoration

Edible Parts

Nuts

Medicinal Uses

Bark For InflammationLeaves For Digestive Issues

Common Questions

What zones does Bellota grow in?

Bellota grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Bellota?

Good companions for Bellota include Ceylon Gooseberry, Giant Velvet Bean, Pracaxi Oil Tree.

Design guilds with Bellota and see companion relationships visually.

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