Red Spiderling

Boerhavia diffusa, Nyctaginaceae

Zones

8–12

Layer

Ground Cover

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerGround CoverDynamic AccumulatorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Yellow Fever TreeVachellia xanthophloea

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Forbes' CereusCereus forbesii

Nurse PlantBeneficial Insect Habitat

Madagascar PalmPachypodium lamerei

Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation

Nubian AcaciaAcacia nubica

Nitrogen FixationShade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Desert SpinachZaleya pentandra

Fast-growing desert herbs competing for limited water and nutrient resources

Centipede GrassEremochloa ophiuroides

Grass species with dense root mats competing with broadleaf herbs for soil resources

Uses

Functions

Ground CoverErosion ControlMedicinal HerbEdible Greens

Edible Parts

LeavesRootsYoung Shoots

Medicinal Uses

Kidney SupportDiureticLiver Detox

Common Questions

What zones does Red Spiderling grow in?

Red Spiderling grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Red Spiderling?

Good companions for Red Spiderling include Yellow Fever Tree, Forbes' Cereus, Madagascar Palm, Nubian Acacia.

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