PatternBaseWild Kidney Bean
Dolichos axillaris, Fabaceae
Zones
9–12
Layer
Vine
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast
Guild Roles
ProducerNitrogen FixerTrellisGround CoverPollinator Attractor
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)
Water
Low (established)Moderate (seedling)
Soil pH
5.5 – 7.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Pink Powder PuffCalliandra brevipes
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Soap Pod WattleAcacia concinnaNitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
RaintreeAlbizia samanNitrogen FixationPhysical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat
Amazon Coral TreeErythrina amazonicaNitrogen FixationPhysical Support
Wilson's water appleSyzygium wilsoniiPollinator SharingShade Provision
Antagonistic Plants
Uses
Functions
Nitrogen FixationBean ProductionSoil CoverTrellis Climbing
Edible Parts
PodsBeansYoung Leaves
Medicinal Uses
Digestive AidProtein Supplement
Common Questions
What zones does Wild Kidney Bean grow in?
Wild Kidney Bean grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.
Is Wild Kidney Bean a nitrogen fixer?
Yes, Wild Kidney Bean is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.
What are good companion plants for Wild Kidney Bean?
Good companions for Wild Kidney Bean include Pink Powder Puff, Soap Pod Wattle, Raintree, Amazon Coral Tree, Wilson's water apple.
Design guilds with Wild Kidney Bean and see companion relationships visually.
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