Eleutherococcus sieboldianus (Araliaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Eleutherococcus sieboldianus
Deciduous shrub
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The Eleutherococcus sieboldianus plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan. It is a member of the Araliaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as Acanthopanax pentaphylla. A. spinosus. Aralia pentaphylla.

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Latin Name:  Eleutherococcus sieboldianus
Family:  Araliaceae
Author:  (Mak.)Koidz.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:  2.5

Habitat:  Not known

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a light warm open loamy humus-rich soil and a position sheltered from north and east winds[11, 200]. Prefers a well-drained soil and full sun[200]. Thrives in sun or shade according to another report. Tolerates urban pollution and poor soils[200]. Plants are hardy to at least -15°c if they are sheltered from cold winds[200]. Cultivated as a medicinal and culinary plant in Japan[58], there are some named varieties selected for their ornamental value[200].

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