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Climbing Onion

Bowiea volubilis, Asparagaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Vine
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerTrellisPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Low (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Guatemalan PitayaHylocereus guatemalensis
Physical Support
Worm-bark AlbiziaAlbizia anthelmintica
Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support
Narrow-angled CereusCereus stenogonus
Physical SupportBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Desert Milkweed VineCynanchum viminale

Both are climbing/vining species that may compete for vertical growing space and light

Uses

Functions

Unusual Food ProductionOrnamental ClimbingConversation Starter

Edible Parts

Bulb Scales

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Heart MedicineAntimicrobial

Common Questions

What zones does Climbing Onion grow in?

Climbing Onion grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Climbing Onion?

Good companions for Climbing Onion include Guatemalan Pitaya, Worm-bark Albizia, Narrow-angled Cereus.

Design guilds with Climbing Onion and see companion relationships visually.

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