Tripterygium wilfordii (Celastraceae) Deciduous climber

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Tripterygium wilfordii
Deciduous climber
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The Tripterygium wilfordii plant species is found in E. Asia - S. China to Burma. It is a member of the Celastraceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as T. forrestii. T. hypoglaucum.

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Latin Name:  Tripterygium wilfordii
Family:  Celastraceae
Author:  Hook.f.

Known Hazards:  All parts of the plant are highly toxic[147, 218].

Mature Height:  12   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Field and ditch edges and on the banks of streams[147].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in any fertile soil in sun or part shade, flowering best when in a sunny position[11, 182, 200]. Prefers a moist loamy soil[200]. Tolerates chalky soils[200]. This species is not very hardy in Britain, succeeding outdoors only in the milder areas of the country[11, 182]. It requires the protection of a wall and a minimum temperature of about -5°c[200]. Plants can be grown into trees or over unsightly walls[200]. The flowers diffuse a soft sweet perfume[245].

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