Overview
Schisandra rubriflora is a climbing deciduous climber in the genus Schisandra, part of the Schisandraceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 6.0 m tall. Schisandra rubriflora grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wall side borders and hedging and screens. It is native to China South-Central, East Himalaya and Myanmar.
About
Schisandra rubriflora, the Chinese magnolia vine, is a species of flowering plant in the family Schisandraceae that is native to China, India and Myanmar. Growing to 8 m (26 ft) tall, it is a deciduous twining climber with leathery leaves.
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About the genus
Schisandra, the magnolia vines, is a genus of twining shrubs that generally climb on other vegetation. Various authors have included the plants in the Illiciaceae.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Schisandra
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, West-facing, East-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Schisandra rubriflora size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- deciduous climber
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 6.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wall side borders, Hedging and screens
- Native to
- China South-Central, East Himalaya, Myanmar
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Schisandra rubriflora
- Propagation
- Seed sown in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe, Softwood cuttings (greenwood) in early or mid-summer, Semi-ripe cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Schisandra rubriflora?
Schisandra rubriflora prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Schisandra rubriflora need?
Schisandra rubriflora is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Schisandra rubriflora grow?
Schisandra rubriflora reaches a height of 6.0 m.
Is Schisandra rubriflora hardy in the UK?
Schisandra rubriflora has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Schisandra rubriflora?
Seed sown in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe, Softwood cuttings (greenwood) in early or mid-summer, Semi-ripe cuttings in summer.