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Helwingia chinensis Deciduous shrub (1 Page of 5) The Helwingia chinensis plant species is found in E. Asia - W. China. It is a member of the Cornaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Helwingia chinensis Family: Cornaceae Author: Batal. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 1.5 Mature Width: Habitat: Thickets, 1300 - 2300 metres in W. Szechuan[109]. Woodland thickets in low mountains[200].
Propagation Notes: Seed - we have no information on this species but suggest sowing the seed in a greenhouse in late winter. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts.
Cuttings of half-ripe wood, July/August in a frame.
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