Yeheb Bush

Cordeauxia edulis, Fabaceae

Zones

10–12

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerNitrogen FixerWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

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

Soil pH

7 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Sahel BlepharisBlepharis edulis

Shade ProvisionNurse Plant

Boab TreeAdansonia gregorii

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Shrubby SeabliteSuaeda fruticosa

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Sweet ThornAcacia karroo

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Desert Physic NutJatropha cathartica

Jatropha's toxic compounds can inhibit growth of other desert shrubs

Uses

Functions

Nut ProductionNitrogen FixationErosion ControlWindbreakSoil Improvement

Edible Parts

Seed

Medicinal Uses

NutritiveProtein Source

Common Questions

What zones does Yeheb Bush grow in?

Yeheb Bush grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

Is Yeheb Bush a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Yeheb Bush is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Yeheb Bush?

Good companions for Yeheb Bush include Sahel Blepharis, Boab Tree, Shrubby Seablite, Sweet Thorn.

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