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Namibian Desert Rose

Sesamothamnus guerichii, Pedaliaceae

Zones
9–12
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerWindbreakShade ProviderBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Low (fruiting)Low (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

East African FrankincenseBoswellia neglecta
Pollinator SharingNurse Plant
Hairy HoodiaHoodia pilifera
Nurse PlantShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Desert Rose of SomaliaSesamothamnus rivae

Congeneric desert rose species compete intensely for water and exhibit allelopathic inhibition in close proximity.

Uses

Functions

Oil ProductionWindbreakDrought DemonstrationLiving Sculpture

Edible Parts

Seeds

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Wound HealingSkin Conditions

Common Questions

What zones does Namibian Desert Rose grow in?

Namibian Desert Rose grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Namibian Desert Rose?

Good companions for Namibian Desert Rose include East African Frankincense, Hairy Hoodia.

Design guilds with Namibian Desert Rose and see companion relationships visually.

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