Self-fertile cloned selection. Eastern Prince Chinese Magnolia (Schisandra) vine is vigorous and productive, with large fruit. Shade tolerant deciduous woody vine with small, magnolia-like, fragrant white flowers. Tart red fruits are called "five-flavor berry" for its unusual comination of flavors, and can be dried, juiced, or eaten fresh. Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Used for tea in Japan where it is known as "omija," and in Korea where it is called "gomishi." Zone 4-7.
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