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Red Bryony (Bryonia dioica) is a perennial vine and forb/ herb that thrives in full to partial sun with moist soil of various types—light sandy, medium, or heavy clay. Red Bryony (Latin: Bryonia dioica, family Cucurbitaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Red Bryony is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Red Bryony is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family. Red Bryony thrives in full to partial sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Red Bryony grows best in USDA zone 5-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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