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Achachairu

Garcinia humilis, Clusiaceae

Zones
10–12
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (fruiting)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Star CloverTrifolium stellatum
Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing
Caucasian SweetvetchHedysarum caucasicum
Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing
Black ApplePouteria australis
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Lemon Drop MangosteenGarcinia intermedia

Closely related Garcinia species compete for similar soil conditions and light when planted together

Uses

Functions

Exotic Fruit ProductionShade ProvisionOrnamental Value

Edible Parts

Fruit

Medicinal Uses

AntioxidantDigestive Aid

Common Questions

What zones does Achachairu grow in?

Achachairu grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Achachairu?

Good companions for Achachairu include Star Clover, Caucasian Sweetvetch, Black Apple.

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