Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Austrobaileyales
Genus:
Species:
verrucosa
ID:
358006

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gagnep.) A.C.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Sargentia 7: 195 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357338

Common Names

  • Kadsura verrucosa
  • Verrucosa Kadsura
  • Warty Kadsura

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Description

Kadsura verrucosa (also called 'Warty Kadsura', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to East Asia. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas and rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Kadsura verrucosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kadsura verrucosa is white and pink, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedling is a small, delicate plant with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kadsura verrucosa is an evergreen shrub native to China. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will need regular watering in hot, dry weather. It is best grown in USDA zones 8-10.

Where to Find Kadsura verrucosa

Kadsura verrucosa is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

Kadsura verrucosa FAQ

What are the common names of Kadsura verrucosa?

Common names of Kadsura verrucosa include Warty Kadsura and Warty Kadsura Plant.

What is the origin of Kadsura verrucosa?

Kadsura verrucosa is native to China.

What is the growth habit of Kadsura verrucosa?

Kadsura verrucosa is an evergreen vine that grows up to 30 feet tall.

Species in the Schisandraceae family

Illicium cubense, Illicium difengpi, Illicium ekmanii, Illicium griffithii, Illicium hottense, Illicium ridleyanum, Illicium stapfii, Illicium sumatranum, Illicium verum, Illicium guajaibonense, Illicium parviflorum, Illicium floridanum, Illicium ternstroemioides, Illicium majus, Illicium arborescens, Illicium dunnianum, Illicium henryi, Illicium jiadifengpi, Illicium philippinense, Illicium tashiroi, Illicium angustisepalum, Illicium burmanicum, Illicium wardii, Illicium macranthum, Illicium simonsii, Illicium tsaii, Illicium lanceolatum, Illicium modestum, Illicium brevistylum, Illicium leiophyllum, Illicium pachyphyllum, Illicium merrillianum, Illicium micranthum, Illicium petelotii, Illicium tenuifolium, Illicium parvifolium, Illicium viridiflorum, Illicium anisatum, Kadsura celebica, Kadsura coccinea, Kadsura heteroclita, Kadsura induta, Kadsura angustifolia, Kadsura borneensis, Kadsura acsmithii, Kadsura scandens, Kadsura verrucosa, Kadsura oblongifolia, Kadsura japonica, Kadsura lanceolata,

References

François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:554600-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.