Cynanchum wilfordii

Physical Characteristics

Cynanchum wilfordii is a PERENNIAL growing to 2.5 m (8ft 2in). 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 - northern China, Japan, Korea.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Hepatic Tonic The root contains several medically active compounds, it is tonic and has liver-protecting properties[279]. It is used in Korea to treat scrofula and cold knee[279].

Known Hazards

There are some reports of toxins in this genus[179].