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Slenderleaf Bundleflower

Desmanthus leptophyllus, Fabaceae

Zones
6–10
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerGround CoverMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Oaxaca LeucaenaLeucaena diversifolia
Nitrogen FixationShade Provision
Pennsylvania SmartweedPolygonum pensylvanicum
Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing
Spiny FanpetalsSida spinosa
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Field PennycressThlaspi arvense

Field pennycress allelopathy reduces bundleflower germination and early growth

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationDrought ToleranceWildlife HabitatSoil Stabilization

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Slenderleaf Bundleflower grow in?

Slenderleaf Bundleflower grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 10.

Is Slenderleaf Bundleflower a nitrogen fixer?

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

What are good companion plants for Slenderleaf Bundleflower?

Good companions for Slenderleaf Bundleflower include Oaxaca Leucaena, Pennsylvania Smartweed, Spiny Fanpetals.

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