Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wall.) Baill.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. 1: 148 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000495084
Common Names
- Propinqua Schisandra
- Propinqua Schisandra
- Propinqua Schisandra
Description
Schisandra propinqua (also called Near 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 propinqua is mainly used for its medicinal properties. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as fatigue, insomnia, and anxiety.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Schisandra propinqua sub. axillaris (Blume) R.M.K.Saunders
Schisandra propinqua sub. intermedia (A.C.Sm.) R.M.K.Saunders
Schisandra propinqua sub. sinensis (Oliv.) R.M.K.Saunders
Schisandra propinqua sub. propinqua
Schisandra propinqua var. propinqua
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schisandra propinqua has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schisandra propinqua 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 propinqua
Schisandra propinqua is native to East Asia and can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.
Schisandra propinqua FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schisandra propinqua?
Schisandra propinqua
What type of plant is Schisandra propinqua?
A woody vine
Where does Schisandra propinqua grow?
In the eastern United States
Species in the Schisandra genus
Schisandra pubinervis,
Schisandra sphenanthera,
Schisandra longipes,
Schisandra propinqua,
Schisandra pubescens,
Schisandra repanda,
Schisandra rubriflora,
Schisandra sphaerandra,
Schisandra tomentella,
Schisandra chinensis,
Schisandra perulata,
Schisandra plena,
Schisandra lancifolia,
Schisandra grandiflora,
Schisandra elongata,
Schisandra glabra,
Schisandra bicolor,
Schisandra henryi,
Schisandra incarnata,
Schisandra arisanensis,
Schisandra glaucescens,
Schisandra micrantha,
Schisandra neglecta,
Schisandra parapropinqua,
Schisandra macrocarpa,
Schisandra cauliflora,
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,