Species: Celastrus scandens
(see-las'trus skan'denz)
American Bittersweet
Found on Course Walks
None Listed
Map of plant locations
(Plant location data may be incomplete)
In Collection(s):
None Listed
Ornamental Characteristics
Vine
13' - 19'
Deciduous
spread (vine)
full sun; pH adaptable; fast growing and invasive
Environmental Characteristics
Full sun
3b
Can tolerate acid to alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 8.0)
fruits are deep yellow with red/orange arils
Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil
See graphic below
Insect Disease
No diseases listed
Bare Root Transplanting
Other
Moisture Tolerance Graphic
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Moisture Tolerance
Occasionally saturated or very wet soil
Consistently moist, well-drained soil
Occasional periods of dry soil
Prolonged periods of dry soil
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