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Black Schisandra

Schisandra nigra, Schisandraceae

Zones
4–7
Layer
Vine
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerTrellisPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Silver VineActinidia polygama
Physical SupportPollinator Sharing
Himalayan RaspberryRubus nepalensis
Physical SupportPollinator Sharing
Blue Grape TreeMyrciaria vexator
Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Red-flowered Magnolia VineSchisandra rubriflora

Two climbing vine species compete for light and vertical growing space with potential allelopathic effects

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionVertical StructureMedicinal

Edible Parts

Fruit

Medicinal Uses

AdaptogenLiver SupportAnti-Stress

Common Questions

What zones does Black Schisandra grow in?

Black Schisandra grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 7.

What are good companion plants for Black Schisandra?

Good companions for Black Schisandra include Silver Vine, Himalayan Raspberry, Blue Grape Tree.

Design guilds with Black Schisandra and see companion relationships visually.

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