Ceylon Gooseberry

Dovyalis hebecarpa, Salicaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerWindbreakPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Caucasian BlueberryVaccinium arctostaphylos

Pollinator Sharing

Tallow TreeAllanblackia floribunda

Pollinator SharingShade Provision

Yellow JaboticabaMyrciaria glazioviana

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection

Bottlebrush TreeGreyia sutherlandii

Wind ProtectionPollinator Sharing

Australian Round LimeCitrus australis

Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent

BellotaBeilschmiedia pendula

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Andean WalnutJuglans neotropica

Andean walnut juglone is toxic to Ceylon gooseberry, inhibiting fruit production

Java PlumSyzygium cumini

Syzygium species are known for allelopathic effects on nearby fruit trees and shrubs

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionThorny BarrierWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What zones does Ceylon Gooseberry grow in?

Ceylon Gooseberry grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Ceylon Gooseberry?

Good companions for Ceylon Gooseberry include Caucasian Blueberry, Tallow Tree, Yellow Jaboticaba, Bottlebrush Tree, Australian Round Lime.

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