Once upon a time, in a lush forest, there lived a unique plant called Celastrus. Legend had it that its vibrant red berries possessed incredible powers to enhance memory and creativity. Curious souls embarked on long journeys to find this plant, believing it could unlock their hidden potential. Many tales were woven around Celastrus, whispering of poets who weaved beautiful verses and artists who painted mesmerizing masterpieces after consuming its berries. The plant became a symbol of inspiration, captivating hearts and minds around the world. Its mystique and allure made it a treasured legend, forever etching Celastrus’ name into history.
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Short Description
Celastrus, commonly known as staff vine, staff tree or bittersweet, is the type genus of the family Celastraceae; it contains over 40 species of shrubs and vines, which have a wide distribution in East Asia, Australasia, Africa, and the Americas.
Celastrus orbiculatus
Description
The leaves are alternate and simple, ovoid, and typically 5–20 cm (2.0–7.9 in) long. The flowers are small, white, pink or greenish, and borne in long panicles; the fruit is a three-valved berry.
In North America, they are known as bittersweet, presumably a result of confusion with the unrelated bittersweet (Solanum dulcamara) by early colonists. C. orbiculatus is a serious invasive weed in much of eastern North America.
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