Net-Veined Bundleflower

Desmanthus reticulatus, Fabaceae

Zones

8–11

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerDynamic AccumulatorMulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Low (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Large-pod SesbaniaSesbania macrocarpa

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Summer FarewellDalea pinnata

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Swamp SmartweedPolygonum hydropiperoides

Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent

Crested WheatgrassAgropyron cristatum

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

SeradellaSeradella ornithopus

Nitrogen Fixation

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationDeep Soil PenetrationDrought ToleranceHigh Protein Forage

Edible Parts

SeedsPods

Common Questions

What zones does Net-Veined Bundleflower grow in?

Net-Veined Bundleflower grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

Is Net-Veined Bundleflower a nitrogen fixer?

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

What are good companion plants for Net-Veined Bundleflower?

Good companions for Net-Veined Bundleflower include Large-pod Sesbania, Summer Farewell, Swamp Smartweed, Crested Wheatgrass, Seradella.

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