Cynanchum caudatum

Physical Characteristics

Cynanchum caudatum is a PERENNIAL CLIMBER. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - China, Japan.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root - cooked to remove the bitterness[105, 177]. The root must be thoroughly leeched in order to rid it of toxins[179].

Medicinal Uses

Diuretic The rhizome is diuretic[147]. A decoction is used in the treatment of liver cirrhosis, ascots, poor digestion, 'accumulation' stoppage caused abdominal pain, gonorrhoea and leucorrhoea[147].

Known Hazards

The root is toxic[179].