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Madrono

Garcinia madruno, Clusiaceae

Zones
10–12
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5.5 – 6.8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Yellow MangosteenGarcinia xanthochymus
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Chinese BayberryMyrica rubra
Nitrogen Fixation

Antagonistic Plants

Malabar TamarindGarcinia cambogia

Related Garcinia species compete for similar soil conditions and may share species-specific pests and diseases.

Uses

Functions

Tropical Fruit ProductionReforestationWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

Fruit

Medicinal Uses

Antioxidant PropertiesTraditional Medicine

Common Questions

What zones does Madrono grow in?

Madrono grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Madrono?

Good companions for Madrono include Yellow Mangosteen, Chinese Bayberry.

Design guilds with Madrono and see companion relationships visually.

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