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Gymnema

Gymnema sylvestre, Apocynaceae

Zones
10a–12b
Layer
Vine
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

DasheenColocasia esculenta Dasheen
Beneficial Insect HabitatPhysical Support
KencurKaempferia galanga
Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Black ChayoteSechium edule var. nigrum
Physical SupportShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Chinese PotatoPlectranthus rotundifolius

Gymnema produces compounds that may inhibit tuber development in other plants including Chinese potato

VanillaVanilla planifolia

Gymnema's bioactive compounds can interfere with vanilla orchid's delicate root system and growth processes

Uses

Functions

Medicine

Edible Parts

Leaves

Common Questions

What zones does Gymnema grow in?

Gymnema grows in USDA hardiness zones 10a through 12b.

What are good companion plants for Gymnema?

Good companions for Gymnema include Dasheen, Kencur, Black Chayote.

Design guilds with Gymnema and see companion relationships visually.

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