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Kadsura heteroclita, commonly known as Chinese vine or kusa, is a deciduous shrub to small tree native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including areas such as Assam, Bangladesh, Borneo, Cambodia, China South-Central, China Southeast, East Himalaya, and Hainan. Kadsura heteroclita (Latin: Kadsura heteroclita) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Kadsura heteroclita is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Kadsura heteroclita is a member native to ASS, BAN, BOR, CBD, CHC, and CHS. Kadsura heteroclita thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Kadsura heteroclita grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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