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Celastrus dependens, commonly known as the climbing staff tree, is a deciduous vine native to regions including Assam, China South-Central, Christmas Island, East Himalaya, Hainan, Jawa, Malaya, Myanmar, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatera, Taiwan, and Thailand. Celastrus dependens (Latin: Celastrus dependens) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Celastrus dependens is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Celastrus dependens is a member native to AND, ASS, BAN, CBD, CHC, and CHS. Celastrus dependens thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Celastrus dependens grows best in USDA zone 7-10, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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