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Woody Pear

Xylomelum occidentale, Proteaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Sandplain WattleAcacia murrayana
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Hollow RushFicinia lacunosa
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat
ToatoaHaloragis erecta
Shade ProvisionNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Native CurrantLeptomeria acida

Proteaceae species like Xylomelum produce allelopathic compounds and compete intensely with other native shrubs

Uses

Functions

Bush FoodWildlife HabitatFire ResistantOrnamental

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Woody Pear grow in?

Woody Pear grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Woody Pear?

Good companions for Woody Pear include Sandplain Wattle, Hollow Rush, Toatoa.

Design guilds with Woody Pear and see companion relationships visually.

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