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Umbú

Spondias tuberosa, Anacardiaceae

Zones
9–12
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderWindbreak

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

Mexican Flame LeafCalliandra houstoniana
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
CatiguaTrichilia catigua
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection
Soap Pod WattleAcacia concinna
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

TapiriraSpondias venulosa

Same genus trees compete for growing space and soil resources in overlapping habitats

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionWater StorageErosion Control

Edible Parts

FruitTubers

Medicinal Uses

Kidney StonesDigestive Aid

Common Questions

What zones does Umbú grow in?

Umbú grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Umbú?

Good companions for Umbú include Mexican Flame Leaf, Catigua, Soap Pod Wattle.

Design guilds with Umbú and see companion relationships visually.

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