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Berberis aristata Chitra Evergreen shrub (1 Page of 5) The Berberis aristata plant species is found in E. Asia - Himalayas in Nepal. It is a member of the Berberidaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Chitra. Some home gardeners know the variety as B. chitria. B. coriaria. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Berberis aristata Common Name: Chitra Family: Berberidaceae Author: DC. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 3.5 Mature Width: Habitat: Shrubberies to 3500 metres[51].
Propagation Notes: Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a cold frame, it should germinate in late winter or early spring[78]. Seed from over-ripe fruit will take longer to germinate[78]. Stored seed may require cold stratification and should be sown in a cold frame as early in the year as possible[80]. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse or cold frame for at least their first winter. Once they are at least 20cm tall, plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. The seedlings are subject to damping off, so be careful not to overwater them and keep them well ventilated[113].
Cuttings of half-ripe wood, July/August in a frame. Very difficult, if not impossible.
Cuttings of mature wood of the current season's growth, preferably with a heel, October/November in a frame[78]. Very difficult, if not impossible.
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