Heart-leaf Desert Rose

Maerua subcordata, Capparaceae

Zones

9–12

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (fruiting)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Grey-leaved Saucer BerryCordia sinensis

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Desert BeanMaerua crassifolia

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Desert CassiaSenna polyphylla

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Broad-leaved MulgaAcacia eriopoda

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Hairy SterculiaSterculia setigera

Shade ProvisionNurse PlantBeneficial Insect Habitat

Cochineal Prickly PearOpuntia monacantha

Physical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Shepherd's TreeBoscia albitrunca

Both Capparaceae desert shrubs compete for limited water and nutrient resources

Uses

Functions

Edible Fruit ProductionShade CreationMedicinal PlantBee Forage

Edible Parts

FruitsYoung LeavesRoots

Medicinal Uses

Respiratory AilmentsDigestive IssuesAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Heart-leaf Desert Rose grow in?

Heart-leaf Desert Rose grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Heart-leaf Desert Rose?

Good companions for Heart-leaf Desert Rose include Grey-leaved Saucer Berry, Desert Bean, Desert Cassia, Broad-leaved Mulga, Hairy Sterculia.

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