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Desert Bird of Paradise

Caesalpinia gilliesii, Fabaceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Night-blooming False YuccaHesperaloe nocturna
Pollinator SharingShade Provision
Catclaw AcaciaAcacia greggii
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Utah Century PlantAgave utahensis
Pollinator SharingNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

White Weeping BroomRetama raetam

Both leguminous shrubs with potential allelopathic effects and root competition

Uses

Functions

Soil ImprovementErosion ControlOrnamentalWildlife Habitat

Medicinal Uses

Anti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Desert Bird of Paradise grow in?

Desert Bird of Paradise grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

Is Desert Bird of Paradise a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Desert Bird of Paradise is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Desert Bird of Paradise?

Good companions for Desert Bird of Paradise include Night-blooming False Yucca, Catclaw Acacia, Utah Century Plant.

Design guilds with Desert Bird of Paradise and see companion relationships visually.

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