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Texas Ebony

Ebenopsis ebano, Fabaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerShade Provider

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Low

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Desert IronwoodOlneya tesota
Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant
ArganArgania spinosa
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

CassavaManihot esculenta

Texas Ebony produces allelopathic compounds that can inhibit the growth of herbaceous plants and crops like cassava

Uses

Functions

Timber

Common Questions

What zones does Texas Ebony grow in?

Texas Ebony grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

Is Texas Ebony a nitrogen fixer?

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

What are good companion plants for Texas Ebony?

Good companions for Texas Ebony include Desert Ironwood, Argan.

Design guilds with Texas Ebony and see companion relationships visually.

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