phantom tree

Moringa ovalifolia, Moringaceae

Zones

9–12

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Small-seed SagaAdenanthera microsperma

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

West African Desert RoseCaralluma dalzielii

Pollinator Sharing

White BauhiniaBauhinia petersiana

Pollinator Sharing

oriental fountain grassPennisetum orientale

Shade ProvisionWind ProtectionNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Socotra frankincenseBoswellia socotrana

Both produce resinous compounds and compete for rocky, arid habitat resources

Uses

Functions

Food ProductionNutritionShadeWater Storage

Edible Parts

LeavesSeedsPodsFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Nutritional SupplementAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does phantom tree grow in?

phantom tree grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for phantom tree?

Good companions for phantom tree include Small-seed Saga, West African Desert Rose, White Bauhinia, oriental fountain grass.

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