Tian Kui

Semiaquilegia adoxoides

Physical Characteristics

Semiaquilegia adoxoides is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower in May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). 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, Korea.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Depurative Diuretic Febrifuge Skin Urinary The root is specifically recommended in the treatment of dry scabby skin and urinary disorders[218]. The tubers are depurative, diuretic and febrifuge[218].

Known Hazards

None known