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Littleleaf Ratany

Krameria erecta, Krameriaceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Ground CoverPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Low (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Nevada EphedraEphedra nevadensis
Wind ProtectionNurse Plant
Mexican EpazoteEpazote mexicanum
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Trailing Indigo BushDalea greggii

Root parasitic Krameria may negatively affect leguminous shrubs like Dalea

Wright's BuckwheatEriogonum wrightii

Buckwheat species produce phenolic compounds that can inhibit root parasites like Krameria

Uses

Functions

Ground StabilizationMedicinal ProductionPollinator Support

Medicinal Uses

Root For AstringentBark For WoundsDigestive Aid

Common Questions

What zones does Littleleaf Ratany grow in?

Littleleaf Ratany grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Littleleaf Ratany?

Good companions for Littleleaf Ratany include Nevada Ephedra, Mexican Epazote.

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