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Lindera obtusiloba, commonly known as Chinese spicebush, is a deciduous shrub native to the forests of eastern Asia, including regions such as Assam, China, Japan, Korea, and parts of Nepal and Tibet. Lindera obtusiloba (Latin: Lindera obtusiloba) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Lindera obtusiloba is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Lindera obtusiloba is a member native to ASS, CHN, CHC, CHS, EHM, and JAP. Lindera obtusiloba thrives in partial sun to shade and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Lindera obtusiloba grows best in USDA zone 5-9, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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