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Spiny Fanpetals

Sida spinosa, Malvaceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch MakerDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

SiratroMacroptilium atropurpureum
Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing
Slenderleaf BundleflowerDesmanthus leptophyllus
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Indian Joint VetchAeschynomene indica

Both have similar water and nutrient requirements, leading to direct competition in shared habitats

Uses

Functions

Soil BreakingDrought ToleranceDeep RootingBiomass Production

Common Questions

What zones does Spiny Fanpetals grow in?

Spiny Fanpetals grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Spiny Fanpetals?

Good companions for Spiny Fanpetals include Siratro, Slenderleaf Bundleflower.

Design guilds with Spiny Fanpetals and see companion relationships visually.

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