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French Peanut

Pachira glabra, Malvaceae

Zones
10–12
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderBeneficial Insect HabitatMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

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

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

KaranjaPongamia pinnata
Nitrogen Fixation
Yellow JaboticabaMyrciaria glazioviana
Shade ProvisionWind Protection
Chinese AlbiziaAlbizia chinensis
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Guest TreeKleinhovia hospita

Both fast-growing trees compete for light and water resources in tropical conditions

Uses

Functions

Nut ProductionTimberErosion ControlCarbon SequestrationWetland Restoration

Edible Parts

NutsYoung LeavesFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does French Peanut grow in?

French Peanut grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

What are good companion plants for French Peanut?

Good companions for French Peanut include Karanja, Yellow Jaboticaba, Chinese Albizia.

Design guilds with French Peanut and see companion relationships visually.

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