Calystegia pellita
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Basic Information
Family: Convolvulaceae
Genus: calystegia
Plant ID (slug): calystegia-pellita
Numeric ID: 23786
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
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Physical Characteristics
Calystegia pellita is a PERENNIAL CLIMBER growing to 3 m (9ftĀ 10in). It is in flower from July to September, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - Korea, Manchuria.
Habitats
Woodland GardenĀ Dappled Shade;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Root Shoots Edible Uses: Root - cooked[105, 177]. Young shoots - cooked[105, 177].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
Although no reports of toxicity have been seen for this species, at least some, if not all members of this genus are purgative[173], some caution is advised.
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Calystegia pellita
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