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Mexican Hickory

Carya palmeri, Juglandaceae

Zones
7–10
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerShade Provider

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (fruiting)Moderate (established)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Texas hickoryCarya texana
Pollinator Sharing
Gambel OakQuercus gambelii
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Nutmeg HickoryCarya myristiciformis

Nutmeg hickory and Mexican hickory exhibit resource competition and mild chemical inhibition

Water HickoryCarya aquatica

Mexican hickory and water hickory compete for resources and show mild allelopathic interactions

Uses

Functions

Nut ProductionTimberWildlife HabitatWindbreak

Edible Parts

Nuts

Medicinal Uses

Astringent Bark

Common Questions

What zones does Mexican Hickory grow in?

Mexican Hickory grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Mexican Hickory?

Good companions for Mexican Hickory include Texas hickory, Gambel Oak.

Design guilds with Mexican Hickory and see companion relationships visually.

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