Sinomenium acutum (Chinese Moonseed)

Sinomenium acutum (Chinese Moonseed) yellow flower clusters on a vine close up.
Sinomenium acutum (Chinese Moonseed) vine branches with clusters of tiny yellow flowers and green leaves.

Botanical name: Sinomenium acutum

Common name: Chinese Moonseed

Family: Menispermaceae

Origin: Eastern Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 8-9

Vine or creeper plantPlant form: Climbing or creeping vine
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Deciduous plantFoliage: Deciduous
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Sinomenium acutum is a deciduous climber growing to 6 m.


Sinomenium acutum (Chinese Moonseed) yellow flower and green leaves close up on climbing plant
Sinomenium acutum (Chinese Moonseed) vine with clusters of small yellow flower buds and foliage.
Sinomenium acutum (Chinese Moonseed) green plant with small yellow flowers on vining stems closeup.
Sinomenium acutum (Chinese Moonseed) vine with light green foliage and small yellow flower clusters.


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