The name says it all: the vital berry is he althy. It comes from China and is called Wu Wei Zi, which means the herb of the five flavors.
A great remedy
So it is also clear that you can eat both the leaves and the berries that grow fiery red on the plant. It is said that you should eat two leaves a day to stay fit. In Chinese herbal medicine, it is even considered one of the most effective tonics. The list of positive properties of this berry is really very long. The vital berry helps with a cold, liver inflammation, insomnia and even forgetfulness.
Perfectly suited as a privacy screen
The berries can also be eaten raw or made into jelly and jam. The vital berry is a real climbing star. Because it is a fast-growing creeper that can grow up to five meters high and is therefore perfect as a privacy screen. It thrives best in semi-shade, but the vital berry also does not mind in sunnier locations. As a creeper, it also needs a climbing aid.
When buying, make sure you look for the original
When buying, you should look for the original, as there are always other plants being offered under the name vital berry that use these not have healing powers. And if you don't want to eat them, that's no problem either. She is always nice to look at. The bright red fruits form beautiful fruit clusters. The white-pink flowers that appear in May also exude an intense fragrance.