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Spider Flower

Cleome hassleriana, Cleomaceae

Zones
2–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Wild Passion VinePassiflora foetida
Trap CropBeneficial Insect Habitat
Sacred DaturaDatura innoxia
Trap CropPest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Curly-top GumweedGrindelia squarrosa

Spider Flower's rapid growth and potential glucosinolate residues may inhibit establishment of gumweed

Uses

Functions

Pollinator SupportMedicinal HarvestCompanion PlantingCut Flowers

Edible Parts

LeavesFlowersSeeds

Medicinal Uses

Anti-InflammatoryWound HealingDigestive SupportAntimicrobialFever Reduction

Common Questions

What zones does Spider Flower grow in?

Spider Flower grows in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Spider Flower?

Good companions for Spider Flower include Wild Passion Vine, Sacred Datura.

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