TROPICA - Wu-Wei-Zi Berry (Five Flavor Berry) (Schisandra chinensis) - 15 SeedsWorth knowing: In Asia, the decorative climber has been know as a medicinal and fruit plant for over 2000 years. It was already mentioned during the late Han-dynasty and is considered one of the best tonicized herbs of China. “Wu-Wei-Zi“ translated means “plant with five flavors“. When consuming the red berries, they taste sweet-sour-hot-salty and bitter. In Europe, the China berry, also called Chinese berry grape or Chinese magnolia, has been known since 1860. However, it wasn't until the last years that the plant has become known better. It is robust, easy to care for, self-fertile, hardy and does already bear fruits in its second year of growth. Schizandra berries are supposed to help with depressions, stress, forgetfulness and insomnia, but also said to have a soothing effect. Tea can be made from dried leaves and berries. The fruits are also suitable for making juices, jelly, marmalade etc.. They contain vitamines C, B6 and E, as well as provitamin A, minerals and trace elements. Origin: The climibing plant is indigenous to Korea, Japan and China. Propagation: The seeds can be started indoors from January until autumn. Leave the seeds to soak in water overnight, sprinkle them on moist cultivation soil afterwars and cover them with a transparent film. Place / Light: Climibing scaffolds or trellises should be placed in a partially shaded to sunny location.Care: Being a strong-growing plant, often growing several metres per year, the Schizandra requires permeable soil, rich in nutrients. Do not let the soil dry out completely. Water even somewhat more during summer. Fertilize the plant with tub plant or fruit tree fertilizer from April until the end of Sept.Winter period: The plant is completely winter-hardy. Bonsai Suitability: No
