Barbados Gooseberry

Pereskia aculeata, Cactaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Vine

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerPest ConfuserBeneficial Insect HabitatWindbreak

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

Green SapotePouteria viridis

Physical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat

Climbing OleanderStrophanthus gratus

Physical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat

Cush-cush YamDioscorea trifida

Physical SupportPest Deterrent

CajaranaSpondias radlkoferi

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Red Powder PuffCalliandra haematocephala

Climbing cactus can overwhelm shrubs by climbing over them and blocking light access

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionLiving FenceErosion ControlSecurity Barrier

Edible Parts

FruitLeavesFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Anti-InflammatoryWound HealingDigestive Aid

Common Questions

What zones does Barbados Gooseberry grow in?

Barbados Gooseberry grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Barbados Gooseberry?

Good companions for Barbados Gooseberry include Green Sapote, Climbing Oleander, Cush-cush Yam, Cajarana.

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