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Kurrajong

Brachychiton populneus, Malvaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerWindbreakShade Provider

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

Flame ThornAcacia ataxacantha
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection
KaranjaPongamia pinnata
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Desert JujubeZiziphus lotus

Both drought-adapted trees compete for limited water and nutrients in arid environments

Grandidier's BaobabAdansonia grandidieri

Both large drought-adapted trees compete for limited resources in semi-arid environments

Uses

Functions

Drought FodderEmergency FoodWindbreakErosion Control

Edible Parts

SeedsYoung LeavesRoots

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Aboriginal MedicineSkin Conditions

Common Questions

What zones does Kurrajong grow in?

Kurrajong grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Kurrajong?

Good companions for Kurrajong include Flame Thorn, Karanja.

Design guilds with Kurrajong and see companion relationships visually.

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