Poro Tree

Erythrina poeppigiana, Fabaceae

Zones

10–12

Layer

Canopy

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerShade ProviderPollinator AttractorWindbreakMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

BiribáRollinia mucosa

Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support

Sacha InchiPlukenetia volubilis

Physical SupportNitrogen Fixation

Cedro CoyaCedrela angustifolia

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

KokumGarcinia indica

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Baru TreeDipteryx alata

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Jaboticaba do MatoPlinia peruviana

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Chinese AlbiziaAlbizia chinensis

Nitrogen Fixation

Pink Trumpet TreeTabebuia rosea

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Brazilian Grape TreePlinia cauliflora

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationCoffee ShadeErosion ControlLiving Fence

Edible Parts

Young LeavesFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Bark For InflammationLeaves For Wounds

Common Questions

What zones does Poro Tree grow in?

Poro Tree grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

Is Poro Tree a nitrogen fixer?

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

What are good companion plants for Poro Tree?

Good companions for Poro Tree include Biribá, Sacha Inchi, Cedro Coya, Kokum, Baru Tree.

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