Chinese Magnolia Vine (Schisandra Chinensis) is a perennial vine in the Schisandraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Schisandra chinensis is a deciduous woody vine native to forests of Northern China, the Russian Far East, Korea, and Japan, known for its medicinal berries called magnolia berry or five-flavor fruit.

Chinese Magnolia Vine

Chinese Magnolia Vine

Schisandra Chinensis

Schisandra chinensis is a deciduous woody vine native to forests of Northern China, the Russian Far East, Korea, and Japan, known for its medicinal berries called magnolia berry or five-flavor fruit.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
4-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:climber, medicinal plant, ornamental fruit

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Chinese Magnolia Vine

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Schisandraceae
Genus:Schisandra