Status:
valid
Authors:
Z.R.Yang & Q.Lin
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 46: 139 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914449
Common Names
- Schisandra parapropinqua
- Parapropinqua Schisandra
- Parapropinqua Magnolia Vine
Description
Schisandra parapropinqua (also called Near-Related Schisandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Schisandraceae family. It is native to China. It is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Schisandra parapropinqua is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schisandra parapropinqua has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have bright green, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schisandra parapropinqua is an evergreen shrub that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best grown in a sheltered spot in the garden.
Where to Find Schisandra parapropinqua
Schisandra parapropinqua is native to China. It can be found in moist forests and along streams.
Species in the Schisandra genus
Schisandra pubinervis,
Schisandra sphenanthera,
Schisandra longipes,
Schisandra propinqua,
Schisandra pubescens,
Schisandra repanda,
Schisandra rubriflora,
Schisandra sphaerandra,
Schisandra tomentella,
Schisandra chinensis,
Schisandra perulata,
Schisandra plena,
Schisandra lancifolia,
Schisandra grandiflora,
Schisandra elongata,
Schisandra glabra,
Schisandra bicolor,
Schisandra henryi,
Schisandra incarnata,
Schisandra arisanensis,
Schisandra glaucescens,
Schisandra micrantha,
Schisandra neglecta,
Schisandra parapropinqua,
Schisandra macrocarpa,
Schisandra cauliflora,
Species in the Schisandraceae family
Illicium cubense,
Illicium difengpi,
Illicium ekmanii,
Illicium griffithii,
Illicium hottense,
Illicium ridleyanum,
Illicium stapfii,
Illicium sumatranum,
Illicium verum,
Illicium guajaibonense,
Illicium parviflorum,
Illicium floridanum,
Illicium ternstroemioides,
Illicium majus,
Illicium arborescens,
Illicium dunnianum,
Illicium henryi,
Illicium jiadifengpi,
Illicium philippinense,
Illicium tashiroi,
Illicium angustisepalum,
Illicium burmanicum,
Illicium wardii,
Illicium macranthum,
Illicium simonsii,
Illicium tsaii,
Illicium lanceolatum,
Illicium modestum,
Illicium brevistylum,
Illicium leiophyllum,
Illicium pachyphyllum,
Illicium merrillianum,
Illicium micranthum,
Illicium petelotii,
Illicium tenuifolium,
Illicium parvifolium,
Illicium viridiflorum,
Illicium anisatum,
Kadsura celebica,
Kadsura coccinea,
Kadsura heteroclita,
Kadsura induta,
Kadsura angustifolia,
Kadsura borneensis,
Kadsura acsmithii,
Kadsura scandens,
Kadsura verrucosa,
Kadsura oblongifolia,
Kadsura japonica,
Kadsura lanceolata,
References
Qi Lin (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.Lin' in the authors string.
Zhi Rong Yang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.R.Yang' in the authors string.