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Wild Quinine

Parthenium integrifolium, Asteraceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

White Prairie CloverDalea candida
Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent
False SunflowerHeliopsis helianthoides
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Bottle GentianGentiana andrewsii
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Edible ChrysanthemumChrysanthemum morifolium

Wild quinine produces allelopathic compounds that can inhibit other Asteraceae family plants

Chrysanthemum GreensGlebionis coronaria

Parthenium species are known for strong allelopathic effects that can inhibit other composites

Uses

Functions

Pollinator Support

Common Questions

What zones does Wild Quinine grow in?

Wild Quinine grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Wild Quinine?

Good companions for Wild Quinine include White Prairie Clover, False Sunflower, Bottle Gentian.

Design guilds with Wild Quinine and see companion relationships visually.

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