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Massaranduba

Pouteria glomerata, Sapotaceae

Zones
10–12
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerShade Provider

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Deering's Partridge PeaChamaecrista deeringiana
Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing
Lucuma de SedaPouteria obovata
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Southern MilkvetchAstragalus hamosus
Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Black ApplePouteria australis

Pouteria species compete for similar tropical growing conditions and root space

Uses

Functions

Food ProductionTimberLatex Production

Edible Parts

Fruits

Common Questions

What zones does Massaranduba grow in?

Massaranduba grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Massaranduba?

Good companions for Massaranduba include Deering's Partridge Pea, Lucuma de Seda, Southern Milkvetch.

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