African Walnut

Tetracarpidium conophorum, Euphorbiaceae

Zones

10–12

Layer

Canopy

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderNitrogen Fixer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Himalayan YamDioscorea hamiltonii

Physical SupportNurse Plant

Five-leaf Morning GloryMerremia quinquefolia

Physical SupportPollinator Sharing

Large Sour PlumXimenia caffra

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

KhirniManilkara hexandra

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Mama CadelaBrosimum gaudichaudii

Tree species may produce allelopathic compounds that inhibit establishment of other forest trees

Uses

Functions

Nut ProductionTimberSoil Enrichment

Edible Parts

Nuts

Medicinal Uses

Nuts For Protein DeficiencyLeaves For Wounds

Common Questions

What zones does African Walnut grow in?

African Walnut grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

Is African Walnut a nitrogen fixer?

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

What are good companion plants for African Walnut?

Good companions for African Walnut include Himalayan Yam, Five-leaf Morning Glory, Large Sour Plum, Khirni.

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