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Eleuthero (Eleutherococcus)
Eleuthero is a genus of 38 species of thorny shrubs and trees in the family Araliaceae. They are native to eastern Asia, from southeast Siberia and Japan to the Philippines and Vietnam. 18 species come from China, from central to western parts. 
Lifespan
Perennial
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Attributes of Eleuthero
Leaf type
Deciduous
Scientific Classification of Eleuthero
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Cultivated
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The eleuthero genus features adaptable, shade-loving plants with relatively moderate care requirements. Basic care needs typically encompass indirect light, well-drained soil, moderate watering, and temperatures above freezing point. Common challenges include vulnerability to root rot due to overwatering and susceptibility to common plant diseases and pests such as aphids. Seasonal considerations involve pruning in late winter/early spring for optimal growth and reducing watering during dormancy in winter. Adequate mulching can help to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperatures across seasons.
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8 most common species：
Chinese ginseng
Chinese ginseng is a resilient shrub found in understory forest settings, thriving in dappled light. It is distinguished by its compound leaves, small clusters of inconspicuous flowers, and distinctive nodules on its stem—a survival trait for withstanding low-light conditions. Adapted to temperate zones, chinese ginseng exhibits a robust growth pattern, aiding in its endurance through seasonal changes.
Five-fingered aralia
The scrambling nature of five-fingered aralia often sees it cultivated in gardens as an ornamental, although its prickly thorns make for a suitable security screen or hedge. Gardeners like this plant because it grows well in unfavorable conditions and is tolerant of atmospheric pollution.
Siberian ginseng
Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) hails from northeastern Asia. It tolerates many soil types and chemistries and most often shows up in mountain forests, where it forms thickets in the undergrowth or along the edges of the woods. In spite of some local traditions, consumption of siberian ginseng can cause adverse reactions in humans - particularly in pregnant women.
Three-leaved eleutherococcus
Three-leaved eleutherococcus is a fragrant deciduous climbing shrub noted for its wide natural habitat range, having been found both at high elevations and in sea-level tropical areas. The thorny shrub forms thickets at the edge of forests, is cold-hardy, and is suitable for woodland gardens. It can be propagated with seeds or cuttings.
Eleutherococcus sessiliflorus
Eleutherococcus sessiliflorus boasts a cluster of delicate, umbrella-like flowers, each nestled atop a slender stalk, earning a unique decorative appeal. Its hardy constitution allows it to thrive under the forest canopy, suggesting resilience and adaptability. The plant's lush, glossy foliage is interspersed with tiny thorns, a form of natural defense against herbivores, showcasing the interplay between beauty and survival in the plant kingdom.
Eleutherococcus leucorrhizus
Eleutherococcus leucorrhizus is a genus of 38 species of thorny shrubs and trees in the family Araliaceae. They are native to eastern Asia, from southeast Siberia and Japan to the Philippines and Vietnam. 18 species come from China, from central to western parts.
Eleutherococcus henryi
Eleutherococcus henryi is a genus of 38 species of thorny shrubs and trees in the family Araliaceae. They are native to eastern Asia, from southeast Siberia and Japan to the Philippines and Vietnam. 18 species come from China, from central to western parts.
Eleutherococcus giraldii
Eleutherococcus giraldii is a genus of 38 species of thorny shrubs and trees in the family Araliaceae. They are native to eastern Asia, from southeast Siberia and Japan to the Philippines and Vietnam. 18 species come from China, from central to western parts.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
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More Genus
Eleuthero
Eleutherococcus
Eleuthero is a genus of 38 species of thorny shrubs and trees in the family Araliaceae. They are native to eastern Asia, from southeast Siberia and Japan to the Philippines and Vietnam. 18 species come from China, from central to western parts.
Lifespan
Perennial
Key Facts About Eleuthero
Feedback
Attributes of Eleuthero
Leaf type
Deciduous
Scientific Classification of Eleuthero
Distribution of Eleuthero
Feedback
Distribution Map of Eleuthero
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Eleuthero
Feedback
The eleuthero genus features adaptable, shade-loving plants with relatively moderate care requirements. Basic care needs typically encompass indirect light, well-drained soil, moderate watering, and temperatures above freezing point. Common challenges include vulnerability to root rot due to overwatering and susceptibility to common plant diseases and pests such as aphids. Seasonal considerations involve pruning in late winter/early spring for optimal growth and reducing watering during dormancy in winter. Adequate mulching can help to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperatures across seasons.
How to Water Eleuthero ?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Eleuthero ?
How to Propagate Eleuthero ?
How to Plant Eleuthero ?
Exploring the Eleuthero Plants
Feedback
8 most common species：
Chinese ginseng
Chinese ginseng is a resilient shrub found in understory forest settings, thriving in dappled light. It is distinguished by its compound leaves, small clusters of inconspicuous flowers, and distinctive nodules on its stem—a survival trait for withstanding low-light conditions. Adapted to temperate zones, chinese ginseng exhibits a robust growth pattern, aiding in its endurance through seasonal changes.
Five-fingered aralia
The scrambling nature of five-fingered aralia often sees it cultivated in gardens as an ornamental, although its prickly thorns make for a suitable security screen or hedge. Gardeners like this plant because it grows well in unfavorable conditions and is tolerant of atmospheric pollution.
Siberian ginseng
Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) hails from northeastern Asia. It tolerates many soil types and chemistries and most often shows up in mountain forests, where it forms thickets in the undergrowth or along the edges of the woods. In spite of some local traditions, consumption of siberian ginseng can cause adverse reactions in humans - particularly in pregnant women.
Three-leaved eleutherococcus
Three-leaved eleutherococcus is a fragrant deciduous climbing shrub noted for its wide natural habitat range, having been found both at high elevations and in sea-level tropical areas. The thorny shrub forms thickets at the edge of forests, is cold-hardy, and is suitable for woodland gardens. It can be propagated with seeds or cuttings.
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More Popular Genus
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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