Gandaria

Bouea macrophylla, Anacardiaceae

Zones

11–12

Layer

Canopy

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Appalachian Mountain MintPycnanthemum flexuosum

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Twisted Cluster BeanParkia javanica

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

MempatCratoxylum formosum

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Dadap SerepErythrina subumbrans

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Murumuru PalmAstrocaryum murumuru

Shade ProvisionWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Spanish LimeMelicoccus bijugatus

Both tropical fruit trees with extensive root systems compete for resources

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionTimberShade Tree

Edible Parts

FruitsYoung Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidTraditional Remedies

Common Questions

What zones does Gandaria grow in?

Gandaria grows in USDA hardiness zones 11 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Gandaria?

Good companions for Gandaria include Appalachian Mountain Mint, Twisted Cluster Bean, Mempat, Dadap Serep, Murumuru Palm.

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