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Spanish Lime

Melicoccus bijugatus, Sapindaceae

Zones
10–12
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Mexican Strawberry TreeMuntingia mexicana
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Chebulic MyrobalanTerminalia chebula
Nutrient AccumulationPollinator Sharing
Kakadu PlumTerminalia ferdinandiana
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

GandariaBouea macrophylla

Both tropical fruit trees with extensive root systems compete for resources

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionShade TreeTimber SourceWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

FruitsSeeds

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Spanish Lime grow in?

Spanish Lime grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Spanish Lime?

Good companions for Spanish Lime include Mexican Strawberry Tree, Chebulic Myrobalan, Kakadu Plum.

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