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Bacuri

Platonia insignis, Clusiaceae

Zones
10–12
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

4.5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Pernambuco bundleflowerDesmanthus pernambucanus
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Chinese BayberryMyrica rubra
Nitrogen Fixation
AbiuranaPouteria multiflora
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Lemon Drop MangosteenGarcinia intermedia

Large tropical fruit trees compete for similar soil nutrients and canopy space

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionTimberWildlife HabitatErosion Control

Edible Parts

Fruit Pulp

Medicinal Uses

Anti-InflammatoryWound Healing

Common Questions

What zones does Bacuri grow in?

Bacuri grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Bacuri?

Good companions for Bacuri include Pernambuco bundleflower, Chinese Bayberry, Abiurana.

Design guilds with Bacuri and see companion relationships visually.

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