Tetrastigma hemsleyanum
Family: Vitaceae
What it is like
Tetrastigma hemsleyanum is a PERENNIAL CLIMBER. It is in flower from May to June, and the seeds ripen from September to November. 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.
Height (m): 0
Where it is found
Shady and moist places in montane forests, climbing on trees or cliff walls.
E. Asia - China.
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Countries/locations it is found in
How it is used
Food
Rating: 0
Medicine
Rating: 2
The root tuber is depurative and febrifuge. It stimulates blood circulation and relaxes the muscles. The root is used in the treatment of diphtheria, boils and ulcers, traumatic bleeding, snakebites, rheumatoid aches and pains in the backs and legs. It is used internally in decoction, or the crushed root can be used externally as a poultice.
Depurative: Eliminates toxins and purifies the system, especially the blood.
Febrifuge: Reduces fevers.
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How it is grown
Not known
Propagating it: Seed -
Best place to grow: Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Habit: Perennial Climber
Hardiness:
Growth:
Soil: Light (sandy), medium, heavy (clay)
Shade: Semi-shade, no shade
Moisture: Moist