Black Saxaul

Haloxylon ammodendron, Amaranthaceae

Zones

7–11

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

WindbreakBeneficial Insect HabitatShade Provider

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

7.5 – 9

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Desert KurrajongBrachychiton gregorii

Wind ProtectionNutrient Accumulation

TamarugoProsopis tamarugo

Nitrogen FixationWind ProtectionNurse Plant

ArfajRhanterium epapposum

Wind ProtectionNutrient Accumulation

Russian Desert-thornLycium ruthenicum

Wind ProtectionNurse Plant

Simple Bean CaperTetraena simplex

Wind ProtectionNurse Plant

Knotgrass SaxaulCalligonum polygonoides

Wind ProtectionNutrient AccumulationNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Desert BrushCalligonum comosum

Both are deep-rooted desert shrubs that may compete for limited groundwater resources

Desert SaltbushNitraria retusa

Both are salt-tolerant desert shrubs competing for similar saline soil conditions

Purple Desert HyacinthCistanche phelypaea

Parasitic plant may compete with or parasitize desert shrub hosts

Leafless SaxaulCalligonum aphyllum

Both are deep-rooted desert shrubs that compete intensely for limited water resources

Uses

Functions

Sand StabilizationWindbreakFuel WoodDesert Revegetation

Edible Parts

Young Shoots

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Kidney RemedyDiuretic Tea

Common Questions

What zones does Black Saxaul grow in?

Black Saxaul grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Black Saxaul?

Good companions for Black Saxaul include Desert Kurrajong, Tamarugo, Arfaj, Russian Desert-thorn, Simple Bean Caper.

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