Vogel Tephrosia

Tephrosia vogelii, Fabaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

CassavaManihot esculenta

Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent

ChayaCnidoscolus aconitifolius

Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent

Sunset MuskmallowAbelmoschus manihot

Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent

HennaLawsonia inermis

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Castor BeanRicinus communis

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Sweet CornZea mays var. saccharata

Vogel tephrosia produces rotenone and other toxic compounds that can damage corn crops

Belgian EndiveCichorium endivia Belgica

Vogel tephrosia's rotenone and other compounds can damage leafy vegetables like Belgian endive

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent

Common Questions

What zones does Vogel Tephrosia grow in?

Vogel Tephrosia grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

Is Vogel Tephrosia a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Vogel Tephrosia is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Vogel Tephrosia?

Good companions for Vogel Tephrosia include Cassava, Chaya, Sunset Muskmallow, Henna, Castor Bean.

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