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African Tamarisk

Tamarix africana, Tamaricaceae

Zones
7–10
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

WindbreakDynamic AccumulatorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 9

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Desert SaltbushAtriplex polycarpa
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Squaw ThornLycium torreyi
Wind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Eastern BaccharisBaccharis halimifolia

African tamarisk produces allelopathic compounds and monopolizes water, inhibiting native baccharis species

Uses

Functions

Salt-Tolerant WindbreakCoastal ProtectionPioneer SpeciesCoppicingErosion Control

Edible Parts

Young Shoots

Medicinal Uses

AstringentWound Healing

Common Questions

What zones does African Tamarisk grow in?

African Tamarisk grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10.

What are good companion plants for African Tamarisk?

Good companions for African Tamarisk include Desert Saltbush, Squaw Thorn.

Design guilds with African Tamarisk and see companion relationships visually.

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