Celastrus scandens Climbing bittersweet (Celastraceae) Deciduous climber

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Celastrus scandens
Climbing bittersweet
Deciduous climber
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The Celastrus scandens plant species is found in Eastern N. America - Quebec, south to North Carolina and New Mexico.. It is a member of the Celastraceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Climbing bittersweet.

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Latin Name:  Celastrus scandens
Common Name:  Climbing bittersweet
Family:  Celastraceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  The fruit is poisonous[222]. All parts of the plant are potentially toxic[222].

Mature Height:  8   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Roch soils[235] in thickets, woods and along river banks[43].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a deep loamy soil[11]. Dislikes chalky soils[108]. Succeeds in full or partial shade[188]. Requires a humus-rich soil if it is to be at its best[219]. A rampant climber, it requires ample space and is best grown into an old tree. It climbs by means of twining and also by prickles on the young stems[182]. Plants do not normally require pruning[219]. The foliage of some wild plants is variegated[235]. There are some named forms, selected for their ornamental value[200]. A good bee plant[108]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200]. Plants are usually dioecious, in which case male and female plants must be grown if seed is required[182]. This species seldom fruits freely in Britain[182].

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