Pride of Barbados

Caesalpinia pulcherrima, Fabaceae

Zones

9–12

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatWindbreakPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (fruiting)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Coastal Beach PeaVigna marina

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Golden AppleSpondias cytherea

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Yellow GranadillaPassiflora laurifolia

Pollinator Sharing

Round YamDioscorea hemisphaerica

Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support

Mexican Sour GherkinMelothria scabra

Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Pink Powder PuffCalliandra brevipes

Leguminous shrubs may compete for rhizobial symbionts and exhibit chemical interference

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationPollinator SupportOrnamental BarrierMedicinal Harvest

Edible Parts

FlowersYoung Pods

Medicinal Uses

Anti-InflammatoryAntimicrobialFever Reducer

Common Questions

What zones does Pride of Barbados grow in?

Pride of Barbados grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

Is Pride of Barbados a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Pride of Barbados is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Pride of Barbados?

Good companions for Pride of Barbados include Coastal Beach Pea, Golden Apple, Yellow Granadilla, Round Yam, Mexican Sour Gherkin.

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