Schisandra henryi
Schisandra henryi
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Pl. DF17 — Schisandra henryi
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Prezentare
Schisandra henryi, membru al familiei Schisandraceae, este nativ în regiunile sud-vestice și estică a Chinei precum și din Vietnam. Această buște sau mică arbore poate crește până la 6 metri în înălțime și se adaptează bine în parte de soare la umed, cu sol care poate fi ușor (sândal), mediu sau greu (argil). Este durabil în zonele 7-10. Cunoscut pentru fructele sale comestibile și utilizările medicinale documentate, Schisandra henryi are atât valoare ornamentală cât și practică.
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What is Schisandra henryi?
Schisandra henryi, membru al familiei Schisandraceae, este nativ în regiunile sud-vestice și estică a Chinei precum și din Vietnam. Această buște sau mică arbore poate crește până la 6 metri în înălțime și se adaptează bine în parte de soare la umed, cu sol care poate fi ușor (sândal), mediu sau greu (argil).
What is Schisandra henryi used for?
Traditionally used for energy & focus, immune support. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.
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Top 2 evidence-ranked uses of Schisandra henryi
Clinicaluses · safety · chemistry · dosagemedicinal profile
IIBeneficii și dovezi
2 claims · 0 sources
Beneficii și dovezi
2 claims · 0 sources- Traditional-use note: Schisandra henryi appears in herbal sources around clarity and study-routine traditions, often as a decoction. PlantSage presents this as ethnobotanical context, not as medical advice.
Traditional context only. This reviewed claim keeps the original moderate confidence level, but avoids treatment, disease, dosage, or guaranteed-effect language.
- Schisandra species are traditionally used in Chinese medicine to support the immune system, often prepared as a tea or tincture. The berries contain antioxidants that may help modulate immune responses.
The berries contain schizandrol A and other lignans which have antioxidant properties and can influence cytokine production, potentially supporting immune health.
IV·bMixology suggestions
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Mixology suggestions
2 draftsEditorial drafts. These pairings are AI-suggested from traditional herbal lore. Always verify with a qualified herbalist before brewing.
Stress Relief
stresstincture
Used traditionally to soothe the mind.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivare
Cultivare
Schisandra henryi se dezvolte bine în parte de soare la umed și preferă soluri care pot fi ușoare (sândal), medii sau grele (argil). Încrengățat în zonele durabile 7-10, poate atinge o înălțime de 6 metri. Pentru reproducerea acestui plant, se pot folosi semințe sau scufundări. Fructele sunt comestibile și sunt o parte importantă a culturii sale.
Light
Partial sun/shade, Full shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
7-10
Mature size
6.0 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Schisandra henryi for the first time
8steps
Start with planting Skip in a partially shaded area, as it prefers light to full shade and moist soil.
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What you'll need
Skip plants, well-draining potting mix, mulch, watering can.
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Best time to plant
Plant Skip in spring or early fall when temperatures are mild.
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Soil and container prep
Use a soil mix that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay) with good drainage. Ensure containers have holes for proper drainage.
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Sowing or transplanting
Transplant Skip from a nursery pot to your garden bed or into a large container. Space plants 2-3 meters apart in the ground.
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First two weeks
Water regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. Provide partial shade if full sun is too intense.
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Ongoing care
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Fertilize sparingly with a balanced organic fertilizer in early spring and late summer.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune Skip to maintain shape and remove dead branches. Harvest fruit when they turn dark red to purple.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in full sun, using heavy fertilizers, neglecting pruning.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Fruit
Edible uses: The fruit of Schisandra henryi is edible and can be eaten raw or used in various preparations. It is often consumed fresh but can also be dried for later use. The fruit can add a unique flavor to jams, jellies, and other preserves.
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribuție
3 native · 0 introduced
Distribuție
3 native · 0 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 3 native
Asia2 regions
native (2)ChinaVietnam
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