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Berberis asiatica Evergreen shrub (1 Page of 5) The Berberis asiatica plant species is found in E. Asia - Himalayas (Nepal) It is a member of the Berberidaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Berberis asiatica Family: Berberidaceae Author: Roxb. ex DC. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 3.5 Mature Width: Habitat: Shrubberies, grassy and rocky slopes up to 2500 metres[51]. Found in heavy shade, on north-facing slopes[67] and on open hillsides in the drier areas[146].
Cultivation Notes: Prefers a warm moist loamy soil and light shade but it is by no means fastidious, succeeding in thin, dry and shallow soils[11, 200]. Grows well in heavy clay soils. Plants are often found growing in dense shade in the wild[67].
Plants are generally very hardy and fruit abundantly in Britain[2]. They grow very well in Cornwall[11, 59]. In colder areas of the country they are apt to be cut to the ground in severe winters, though they resprout well from the base[1, 67].
Hybridizes freely with other members of this genus[1]. This species is often offered under the names of B. chitria or B. glaucocarpa[200].
Plants can be pruned back quite severely, they resprout well from the base[200].
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