Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Austrobaileyales
Species:
chinensis
ID:
495767

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turcz.) Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. 1: 148 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000495099

Common Names

  • Chinese Magnoliavine
  • Chinese Magnoliavine
  • Chinese Magnoliavine

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Description

Schisandra chinensis (also called Chinese Schisandra, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub that is native to the temperate forests of East Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Schisandra chinensis is used as an ornamental plant and in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schisandra chinensis has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schisandra chinensis is a deciduous shrub that is native to East Asia. It is an easy plant to cultivate and propagate. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix, such as a mixture of peat moss and perlite. It should be kept in a bright, indirect light and watered regularly. To propagate, simply take cuttings from the mother plant and pot them up in a separate pot. The cuttings should be allowed to establish themselves before being repotted into a larger pot.

Where to Find Schisandra chinensis

Schisandra chinensis is native to East Asia and can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.

Schisandra chinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schisandra chinensis?

Schisandra chinensis

What is the common name of Schisandra chinensis?

Chinese Magnoliavine

What is the natural habitat of Schisandra chinensis?

It is native to China, Japan, and Korea, and grows in moist forests, thickets, and along streams.

Species in the Schisandraceae family

Illicium cubense, Illicium difengpi, Illicium ekmanii, Illicium griffithii, Illicium hottense, Illicium ridleyanum, Illicium stapfii, Illicium sumatranum, Illicium verum, Illicium guajaibonense, Illicium parviflorum, Illicium floridanum, Illicium ternstroemioides, Illicium majus, Illicium arborescens, Illicium dunnianum, Illicium henryi, Illicium jiadifengpi, Illicium philippinense, Illicium tashiroi, Illicium angustisepalum, Illicium burmanicum, Illicium wardii, Illicium macranthum, Illicium simonsii, Illicium tsaii, Illicium lanceolatum, Illicium modestum, Illicium brevistylum, Illicium leiophyllum, Illicium pachyphyllum, Illicium merrillianum, Illicium micranthum, Illicium petelotii, Illicium tenuifolium, Illicium parvifolium, Illicium viridiflorum, Illicium anisatum, Kadsura celebica, Kadsura coccinea, Kadsura heteroclita, Kadsura induta, Kadsura angustifolia, Kadsura borneensis, Kadsura acsmithii, Kadsura scandens, Kadsura verrucosa, Kadsura oblongifolia, Kadsura japonica, Kadsura lanceolata,

References

Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60456331-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.