Hairy Sterculia

Sterculia setigera, Malvaceae

Zones

10–12

Layer

Canopy

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderWindbreakMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (fruiting)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Candle ThornAcacia hebeclada

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Red-bark False ThornVachellia reficiens

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Heart-leaf Desert RoseMaerua subcordata

Shade ProvisionNurse PlantBeneficial Insect Habitat

Buffalo ThornZiziphus mucronata

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator SharingWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Desert KurrajongBrachychiton gregorii

Related Malvaceae trees with similar water storage adaptations competing for resources

Uses

Functions

Edible SeedsGum ProductionShade CreationSoil Improvement

Edible Parts

SeedsGumYoung Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidRespiratory SupportWound Healing

Common Questions

What zones does Hairy Sterculia grow in?

Hairy Sterculia grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Hairy Sterculia?

Good companions for Hairy Sterculia include Candle Thorn, Red-bark False Thorn, Heart-leaf Desert Rose, Buffalo Thorn.

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