Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Austrobaileyales
Species:
pubescens
ID:
495757

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl. & E.H.Wilson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1906: 150 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000495089

Common Names

  • Pubescens Schisandra
  • Pubescens Schisandra
  • Pubescens Schisandra

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Synonyms

  • Schisandra pubescens pubescens [unknown]

Description

Schisandra pubescens (also called Downy 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 pubescens 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schisandra pubescens 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 pubescens 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 pubescens

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

Schisandra pubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schisandra pubescens?

Schisandra pubescens

What type of plant is Schisandra pubescens?

A woody vine

Where does Schisandra pubescens grow?

In the eastern United States

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

William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Ernest Henry Wilson (1876-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.H.Wilson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:555102-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.