Schisandraceae is a plant family in the Plantae kingdom, order Austrobaileyales, class Magnoliopsida. The family contains 9 accepted species worldwide. Some species in this family are toxic — exercise caution when handling unknown specimens.
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Schisandraceae plants belong to the Austrobaileyales order in the Plantae kingdom. Because Japanese star anise and Chinese star anise are morphologically similar, they cannot be distinguished by appearance alone when dried or processed. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
Schisandraceae is classified in the order Austrobaileyales, class Magnoliopsida, phylum Tracheophyta. The family contains 9 accepted species worldwide.
Yes, some Schisandraceae species are toxic or poisonous. Always exercise caution with unknown specimens. View poisonous Schisandraceae species or browse the full poisonous species guide.
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