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White Malanga

Xanthosoma mafaffa, Araceae

Zones
9–12
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerGround Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

RaintreeAlbizia saman
Nitrogen FixationShade Provision
Simpoh AirDillenia suffruticosa
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation
Amazon Coral TreeErythrina amazonica
Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Dark-leaved malangaXanthosoma atrovirens

Congeneric Xanthosoma species exhibit competitive exclusion and potential allelopathic interference

Uses

Functions

Starch ProductionGround CoverSoil Stabilization

Edible Parts

TubersYoung Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Tubers For Digestive Health

Common Questions

What zones does White Malanga grow in?

White Malanga grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for White Malanga?

Good companions for White Malanga include Raintree, Simpoh Air, Amazon Coral Tree.

Design guilds with White Malanga and see companion relationships visually.

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