Wisteria villosa

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Basic Information

Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae

Genus: wisteria

Plant ID (slug): wisteria-villosa

Numeric ID: 20077

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

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Physical Characteristics

Wisteria villosa is a deciduous Climber. It is in flower from April to May, and the seeds ripen from July to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - northern China.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Flowers Edible Uses: Flowers[105, 177]. No more details are given.

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

The seed of all members of this genus is poisonous[200].

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Wisteria villosa