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Grey-leaved Saucer Berry

Cordia sinensis, Cordiaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderBeneficial Insect HabitatWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Heart-leaf Desert RoseMaerua subcordata
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Purple Desert HyacinthCistanche phelypaea
Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Flame Thorn WattleAcacia pyracantha
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Desert MyrrhCommiphora glaucescens

Both are drought-tolerant trees that may compete for growing space in arid regions

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionShade CreationWindbreakDrought Tolerance

Edible Parts

Fruit

Medicinal Uses

Respiratory AidDigestive Tonic

Common Questions

What zones does Grey-leaved Saucer Berry grow in?

Grey-leaved Saucer Berry grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Grey-leaved Saucer Berry?

Good companions for Grey-leaved Saucer Berry include Heart-leaf Desert Rose, Purple Desert Hyacinth, Flame Thorn Wattle.

Design guilds with Grey-leaved Saucer Berry and see companion relationships visually.

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