Cross-berry

Grewia occidentalis, Malvaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (fruiting)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Red-bark False ThornVachellia reficiens

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

White ironwoodDiospyros austroafricana

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Yellow Fever TreeVachellia xanthophloea

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

seaside clerodendrumClerodendrum inerme

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection

Quiver treeAloe dichotoma

Nurse PlantWind Protection

Perrier's BaobabAdansonia perrieri

Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Karoo boer-beanSchotia afra

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Black SaxaulHaloxylon aphyllum

Black Saxaul releases allelopathic compounds and competes heavily for root space with Cross-berry

Three-leaf SumacRhus trilobata

Rhus species produce phenolic compounds that can inhibit growth of nearby shrubs

Kalahari Raisin BushGrewia retinervis

Congeneric Grewia species with similar resource requirements and competitive exclusion

Uses

Functions

Food ProductionHedgeErosion ControlBee Forage

Edible Parts

FruitYoung Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Bark For Stomach AilmentsLeaves For Wounds

Common Questions

What zones does Cross-berry grow in?

Cross-berry grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Cross-berry?

Good companions for Cross-berry include Red-bark False Thorn, White ironwood, Yellow Fever Tree, seaside clerodendrum, Quiver tree.

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