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African Potato Vine

Kedrostis africana, Cucurbitaceae

Zones
9–12
Layer
Vine
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerGround CoverTrellis

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Camel's Foot TreePiliostigma thonningii
Physical SupportShade Provision
Chinese CucumberTrichosanthes kirilowii
Pollinator SharingPhysical Support
White Cross-berryGrewia tenax
Physical SupportShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Noyau VineMerremia dissecta

Both vigorous climbing vines compete for support structures and light exposure

Uses

Functions

Food StorageErosion ControlWater Storage

Edible Parts

TubersLeavesFruit

Medicinal Uses

Wound HealingStomach Ailments

Common Questions

What zones does African Potato Vine grow in?

African Potato Vine grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for African Potato Vine?

Good companions for African Potato Vine include Camel's Foot Tree, Chinese Cucumber, White Cross-berry.

Design guilds with African Potato Vine and see companion relationships visually.

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