Gynostemma pentaphyllum (Jiaogulan) Plant

Description Gynostemma pentaphyllum, known as Jiaogulan is a climbing herbaceous vine native to China, Japan and Southeast Asia. A sweet tea is made from it’s leaves. It is best known as an Asian herbal medicine with powerful antioxidant and adaptogenic effects which are said to increase longevity. Jiaogulan Tea, has a long history in traditional Chinese medicine used for its all round health benefits with the added bonus of being an enjoyable tea, described as sweet tasting with spicy overtones. Jiaogulan is used for high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and improving heart function. It is also used for strengthening the immune system, increasing stamina and endurance, increasing resistance to environmental stress, improving memory, anti-aging, and preventing hair loss. Gynostemma pentaphyllum is dioecious, meaning individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required. The plant is not self-fertile and is pollinated by insects. Our plants are yet to be identified as male or female. This plant makes a very attractive hanging basket feature.   Common name. 5-Leaf Ginseng; Chinese Xiancao; Sweet Tea Vine; Poor-Man’s Ginseng; Southern Ginseng; Miracle Grass; Fairy Herb; Dungkulcha; Gospel Herb; Sweet Tea of the Vine; Immortality Herb; Jag.   Ideal Growing Conditions. It can be grown as an annual in most temperate climates, requires free draining soil and a filtered sun position. Grows best in moist conditions, requires heavy watering. Drought and frost intolerant.   Specifications. 50mm Pot Size Divided Plant   We cannot send plants to Western Australia & Tasmania due to restrictions.   We strongly recommended to select Express Post shipping for all plant orders to minimise the transit time.   Have a look at the other Gynostemma pentaphyllum products we stock Gynostemma pentaphyllum Organic (Jiaogulan) Loose Leaf Tea