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Cyclea hypoglauca

a perennial woody member of the Cyclea genus in the family Menispermaceae.

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Taxonomy and growth

Genus
Cyclea
Life cycle
perennial
Woodiness
woody
Flower type
dioecious

Uses

Medicinal uses

Historical medicinal uses. These records describe reported uses. They do not establish safety or effectiveness. Ask a qualified health professional before using any plant medicinally.

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Anodyne, carminative, depurative, diuretic, febrifuge[1].

Ecology and functions

Ecosystem niche
Climber

Environment

Range
E. Asia - China.
Habitat
Open woods and shrub thickets[1]. Forest edges or bushes on hills. S Hunan, C & S Jiangxi, C & S Fujian, SE Yunnan, Guangxi, Guangdong, Hainan Provinces[2].
Light
full sun
Shade tolerance
light shade
Water
moderate
Soil textures
sandy, loamy, clay
Soil pH
acid, neutral, alkaline
Tolerates Nutritionally Poor Soil
No
Drought
intolerant

Propagation

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Seed -

Cultivation

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We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain. However, judging by its native range, it could succeed outdoors at least in the milder areas of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Plants are dioecious, both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.

References

  1. ? A Barefoot Doctors Manual. Running Press ISBN 0-914294-92-X

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  2. Flora of China 1994-00-00 http://flora.huh.harvard.edu/china/

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