Schisandra grandiflora rubriflora (Schisandraceae) Deciduous climber

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Schisandra grandiflora rubriflora
Deciduous climber
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The Schisandra grandiflora rubriflora plant species is found in E. Asia - China to the Himalayas. It is a member of the Schisandraceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as S. rubriflora. Rehd.&Wils.

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Latin Name:  Schisandra grandiflora rubriflora
Family:  Schisandraceae
Author:  (Rehd.&Wils.)Schneid.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  6   Mature Width:  6

Habitat:  Forests and shrubberies to 3300 metres. in the Himalayas[51].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a rich well-drained moisture retentive soil[11, 200]. Prefers a slightly acid soil but tolerates some alkalinity if plenty of organic matter is added to the soil[200]. Requires some protection from the most intense sunlight[200]. Prefers light shade but tolerates full sun if the soil is reliably moist and the roots are in shade[202]. Plants are intolerant of drought[K]. The fully dormant plant is hardy to about -15°c[184], though the young growth in spring can be damaged by late frosts. Plants are of slow to moderate growth rate[202]. The shoots are semi-twining, but plants often require some support buy tying the plant in[202]. Dioecious. Male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.

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