black bryony · Pruning

black bryony · Dioscorea communis
Also known as: devil's cherry; lady's seal; mandrake; murraim berries; oxberry

Grows freely in sun and partial shade, less successful in full shade and in damp or poorly drained soils

Watering: Deep watering while active, cut moisture supply during dormancySunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeTOXIC is eaten, skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]