Decaisnea — 2 species
Botanical species in the genus Decaisnea recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Edible
Decaisnea fargesii
Decaisnea fargesii
Family: Lardizabalaceae
Cultivation
Decaisnea fargesii is a moderately cold-hardy plant, able to tolerate temperatures down to around -20°c when fully dormant. It grows best in areas with hot summers, where it more fully ripens its wood. In cooler climates the wood does not ripen well and is then more susceptible to damage from winter cold.
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Edible
Decaisnea insignis
Decaisnea insignis
Family: Lardizabalaceae
Cultivation
Decaisnea insignis is not a very cold-hardy plant, being able to tolerate short periods with temperatures down to around -5 to -8°c when fully dormant. Prefers a rich moist loamy soil and a sunny position sheltered from cold winds. Succeeds in partial shade.
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