Khirni

Manilkara hexandra, Sapotaceae

Zones

10–12

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Giant sword fernNephrolepis biserrata

Beneficial Insect HabitatNurse Plant

Sacred PepperPiper sanctum

Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

African WalnutTetracarpidium conophorum

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Forest YamDioscorea decipiens

Shade ProvisionPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

BulletwoodManilkara bidentata

Related Manilkara species compete for similar forest niches and exhibit slow growth competition patterns

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionLatex ProductionTimber

Edible Parts

Fruit

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidAstringent

Common Questions

What zones does Khirni grow in?

Khirni grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Khirni?

Good companions for Khirni include Giant sword fern, Sacred Pepper, African Walnut, Forest Yam.

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