SCHISANDRA
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SCHISANDRA
Genus of about 23 species of twining, woody, monoecious or dioecious, deciduous or evergreen climbers from woodland in eastern Asia, with one species from southeastern USA.
Brightly coloured fruits are dependent on both male and female plants of dioecious plants being grown.
The Chinese name, wu wèi zi reflects the basic 5 flavours, salty, sweet, sour, pungent (spicy) and bitter.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Place of origin
Eastern Asia -
Deciduous
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Evergreen
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ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingWoody, dioecious or monoecious climbers
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Schisandra - Growing Guide
