Sabia fasciculata

Sabia fasciculata

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Taxonomy

Family Sabiaceae · Genus Sabia

Context

nativeRegion

Southeast Asia (southern China, Indochina, the Malay Peninsula).

usdaZones

9–11

companionPlants

Camellia, Ficus pumila, Schisandra, Ferns

culturalUses

Rarely used ornamentally; no significant documented medicinal or culinary uses.

Care

LightPrefers partial shade to filtered sunlight, tolerant of deeper woodland shade.

WateringKeep soil consistently moist but well-drained; avoid waterlogging.

SoilThrives in humus-rich, slightly acidic to neutral soils.

FertilizerBenefits from a balanced liquid fertilizer applied in spring and summer.

HumidityPrefers moderate to high humidity; avoid very dry air.

TemperatureSubtropical to tropical temperatures (minimum ~10°C/50°F).

HabitWoody climbing shrub or liana, occasionally a small tree.

Mature Size3–6 meters as a vine, sometimes up to 8 meters.

Growth RateModerate growth rate under optimal conditions.

BloomingSmall, greenish-yellow flowers appear in clusters in late spring to early summer.

DormancyEvergreen in frost-free locations; may slow growth in cool periods.

MethodsSeed, Semi-hardwood cuttings

DifficultyModerate—seeds may need fresh collection and stratification.

Best SeasonSpring to early summer for cuttings; fresh seeds can be sown after collection.

PruningPrune after flowering to control size and remove old stems.

RepottingRepot young plants annually; older specimens as needed every 2–3 years.

Pests & DiseasesGenerally pest-resistant; occasionally aphids or fungal leaf spots in humid conditions.

ToxicityNot known to be toxic, but little data; caution is advised.

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