Also known as Thorny Ginseng
Honshu Ginseng (Eleutherococcus spinosus) is a deciduous shrub known for its medicinal properties, particularly its roots, traditionally used in Asian medicine.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial shade.
50% intensity
Prefers dappled sunlight or shade, avoid direct hot sun.
Keep soil consistently moist.
50% intensity
Allow top inch to dry slightly between waterings.
Loam
50% intensity
Average to cool.
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 15-24°C during the day, with cooler nights.
Moderate feeding during growing season.
50% intensity
Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted every 4-6 weeks in spring/summer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Honshu Ginseng regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during the growing season.
Reduce watering in autumn and winter as growth slows.
Prune Honshu Ginseng in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing stems to maintain the plant's shape and encourage vigorous growth.
Light pruning can also be done to control size.
Propagate Honshu Ginseng from seed, which requires stratification, or by root cuttings taken in late winter. Division of established clumps in early spring is also an effective method for increasing plant numbers.
Repot Honshu Ginseng every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Spring is the ideal time to repot, ensuring minimal disturbance to the root system.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Araliaceae |
| Genus | Eleutherococcus |
| Species | Eleutherococcus spinosus |
Similar in genus Eleutherococcus
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