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Spiny Monkey Orange

Strychnos spinosa, Loganiaceae

Zones
9–12
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerPest ConfuserWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (fruiting)

Soil pH

5.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Bottlebrush TreeGreyia sutherlandii
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
West African AlbiziaAlbizia zygia
Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Black Monkey OrangeStrychnos madagascariensis

Strychnos species produce toxic alkaloids that can inhibit growth of nearby plants, particularly other Strychnos species

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionDrought ToleranceWildlife HabitatMedicinal Plant

Edible Parts

Fruit

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Pain ReliefAntimicrobial

Common Questions

What zones does Spiny Monkey Orange grow in?

Spiny Monkey Orange grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Spiny Monkey Orange?

Good companions for Spiny Monkey Orange include Bottlebrush Tree, West African Albizia.

Design guilds with Spiny Monkey Orange and see companion relationships visually.

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