PatternBasePrickly Sesban
Sesbania bispinosa, Fabaceae
Zones
8–11
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast
Guild Roles
Nitrogen FixerMulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (preferred)
Water
Moderate (established)High (seedling)
Soil pH
5 – 8.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Uses
Functions
Nitrogen FixationBiomass ProductionGreen ManureErosion ControlWindbreak
Edible Parts
Young ShootsFlowersSeeds
Medicinal Uses
Anti-InflammatoryWound Healing
Common Questions
What zones does Prickly Sesban grow in?
Prickly Sesban grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.
Is Prickly Sesban a nitrogen fixer?
Yes, Prickly Sesban is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.
What are good companion plants for Prickly Sesban?
Good companions for Prickly Sesban include Trunk Jaboticaba, Curlytop Knotweed.
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