Rough-shelled Macadamia

Macadamia ternifolia, Proteaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Canopy

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerShade Provider

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

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

Soil pH

5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Wild Apple of KazakhstanMalus sieversii

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

ImbeGarcinia livingstonei

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Three-flowered OleasterElaeagnus triflora

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Weeping BottlebrushSyzygium floribundum

Pollinator SharingWind Protection

Wild ApricotDovyalis zeyheri

Wind ProtectionPollinator Sharing

Scaly Hedgehog MushroomSarcodon imbricatus

Nutrient Accumulation

Thick False TruffleHysterangium crassum

Nutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Bulky MacadamiaMacadamia jansenii

Different macadamia species compete for nutrients and may share specific pests like macadamia felted coccid.

Uses

Functions

Nut ProductionTimberWindbreak

Edible Parts

Nuts

Common Questions

What zones does Rough-shelled Macadamia grow in?

Rough-shelled Macadamia grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Rough-shelled Macadamia?

Good companions for Rough-shelled Macadamia include Wild Apple of Kazakhstan, Imbe, Three-flowered Oleaster, Weeping Bottlebrush, Wild Apricot.

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