Schizophragma integrifolium

Physical Characteristics

Schizophragma integrifolium is a deciduous Climber growing to 12 m (39ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower in July. 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 full shade (deep woodland) semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - C. and W. China.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge; not Deep Shade; Ground Cover; North Wall. By. East Wall. By.

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Carminative Refrigerant The root and the climbing stem are carminative and refrigerant[147, 218]. Activates blood circulation, strengthens muscles and bones[147].

Known Hazards

None known