White Saxaul

Haloxylon persicum, Amaranthaceae

Zones

7–11

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

WindbreakGround CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Low (seedling)

Soil pH

7 – 9

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Desert SaltbushNitraria retusa

Wind ProtectionNurse Plant

Desert Milkweed VineCynanchum viminale

Physical SupportWind Protection

Knotgrass SaxaulCalligonum polygonoides

Wind ProtectionNurse Plant

Desert BrushCalligonum comosum

Wind ProtectionNurse PlantNutrient Accumulation

Mediterranean SaltwortSalsola vermiculata

Wind ProtectionShade Provision

Long-leaf Joint FirEphedra trifurca

Wind ProtectionNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Qatar Bean CaperTetraena qatarensis

White saxaul has aggressive root systems and may produce salt-concentrating effects that inhibit smaller desert plants

Somali Desert RoseAdenium obesum subsp. somalense

Saxaul's deep taproot and salt accumulation can inhibit desert rose establishment

Uses

Functions

Sand StabilizationWindbreakErosion ControlSalt ToleranceCarbon Sequestration

Common Questions

What zones does White Saxaul grow in?

White Saxaul grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 11.

What are good companion plants for White Saxaul?

Good companions for White Saxaul include Desert Saltbush, Desert Milkweed Vine, Knotgrass Saxaul, Desert Brush, Mediterranean Saltwort.

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