Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Schisandraceae

Genus:

Schisandra

Species:

Schisandra chinensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Vine

Height:

900 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Fragrant:

Yes

Fall Color:

yellow

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

Germination Time:

30–60 days

Notes:

Seeds require cold stratification for 2-3 months to break dormancy; germination is often slow and uneven.

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