Danchi

Sesbania aculeata, Fabaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Kaffir LimeCitrus hystrix

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Water BerrySyzygium cordatum

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Button MangosteenGarcinia prainiana

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Pineapple GuavaFeijoa sellowiana

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Ichang PapedaCitrus ichangensis

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Woolly Cup GrassEriochloa villosa

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Pond AppleAnnona glabra

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Marianas breadfruitArtocarpus mariannensis

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Beach Sugar AppleAnnona salzmannii

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Graham's RattlepodCrotalaria grahamiana

Both fast-growing legumes compete for nitrogen fixation sites and soil nutrients

Arizona WalnutJuglans major

Juglone from walnut severely affects legume growth including Sesbania species

Uses

Functions

Rapid Nitrogen FixationQuick Biomass ProductionGreen ManureSoil BuildingErosion Control

Edible Parts

LeavesFlowersSeeds

Medicinal Uses

Anti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Danchi grow in?

Danchi grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

Is Danchi a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Danchi is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Danchi?

Good companions for Danchi include Kaffir Lime, Water Berry, Button Mangosteen, Pineapple Guava, Ichang Papeda.

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