Guaba Roja

Inga heterophylla, Fabaceae

Zones

10–12

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerProducerShade ProviderMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)Moderate (fruiting)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

West Indian GherkinCucumis anguria

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Cush-cush YamDioscorea trifida

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Shining Ice Cream BeanInga coruscans

Pollinator SharingNitrogen Fixation

Purple Stemmed TaroXanthosoma violaceum

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Yellow Morning GloryMerremia mammosa

Nitrogen FixationPhysical SupportShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Cinnamon Ice Cream BeanInga cinnamomea

Same genus leguminous trees compete for growing space and light when in close proximity

Silk Oil BeanPentaclethra filamentosa

Leguminous trees may compete for nitrogen fixation sites and growing space

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationErosion ControlCoffee ShadeFruit Production

Edible Parts

Seed ArilsYoung Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Wound HealingDigestive Aid

Common Questions

What zones does Guaba Roja grow in?

Guaba Roja grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

Is Guaba Roja a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Guaba Roja is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Guaba Roja?

Good companions for Guaba Roja include West Indian Gherkin, Cush-cush Yam, Shining Ice Cream Bean, Purple Stemmed Taro, Yellow Morning Glory.

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