Codonopsis

Codonopsis pilosula 

Family: Campanulaceae
Twining,climbing herbaceous perennial.   Native to China.  “Poor Man’s Ginseng” builds chi and tonifys the blood.   A fascinating plant.  Highly recommended.  Cultivation: Extra care.  Light-dependent germinator.  Sow in spring.   Plants prefer full sun to partial shade; average soil. Space 1 foot apart.  Trellis or allow to crawl and blossom on other plants.


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