Status:
valid
Authors:
C.F.Liang
Source:
cmp
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 49(2): 323 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519248
Common Names
- Actinidia grandiflora
- Large-flowered Kiwi
- Large-flowered Chinese Gooseberry
Description
Actinidia grandiflora (also called Large-Flowered Kiwi, among many other common names) is a woody vine native to China. It grows in moist, shady, and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Actinidia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Actinidia grandiflora has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Actinidia grandiflora is a deciduous, woody vine that can grow up to 10 m (33 ft) in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and should be about 10 cm (4 in) long. Layering is done by bending a low-growing branch to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch should be left in place until it has rooted, then it can be cut from the parent plant and transplanted.
Where to Find Actinidia grandiflora
Actinidia grandiflora is native to China and is found in forests, thickets, and open areas.
Actinidia grandiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinidia grandiflora?
Actinidia grandiflora
What are the common names of Actinidia grandiflora?
Large-flowered Kiwi
What is the natural habitat of Actinidia grandiflora?
Forests, woodlands, and scrublands
Species in the Actinidia genus
Actinidia persicina,
Actinidia acuminata,
Actinidia arguta,
Actinidia callosa,
Actinidia chengkouensis,
Actinidia chinensis,
Actinidia chrysantha,
Actinidia cylindrica,
Actinidia eriantha,
Actinidia farinosa,
Actinidia fasciculoides,
Actinidia fortunati,
Actinidia fulvicoma,
Actinidia glauco-callosa,
Actinidia grandiflora,
Actinidia hemsleyana,
Actinidia henryi,
Actinidia holotricha,
Actinidia hubeiensis,
Actinidia indochinensis,
Actinidia indochinensis,
Actinidia jijiangensis,
Actinidia kolomikta,
Actinidia laevissima,
Actinidia lanceolata,
Actinidia latifolia,
Actinidia liangguangensis,
Actinidia lijiangensis,
Actinidia linguiensis,
Actinidia longicarpa,
Actinidia macrosperma,
Actinidia melanandra,
Actinidia melliana,
Actinidia obovata,
Actinidia pentapetala,
Actinidia pilosula,
Actinidia polygama,
Actinidia rongshuiensis,
Actinidia rubricaulis,
Actinidia rubus,
Actinidia rudis,
Actinidia rufa,
Actinidia rufotricha,
Actinidia sabiifolia,
Actinidia sorbifolia,
Actinidia stellatopilosa,
Actinidia strigosa,
Actinidia styracifolia,
Actinidia suberifolia,
Actinidia tetramera,
Species in the Actinidiaceae family
Actinidia persicina,
Actinidia acuminata,
Actinidia arguta,
Actinidia callosa,
Actinidia chengkouensis,
Actinidia chinensis,
Actinidia chrysantha,
Actinidia cylindrica,
Actinidia eriantha,
Actinidia farinosa,
Actinidia fasciculoides,
Actinidia fortunati,
Actinidia fulvicoma,
Actinidia glauco-callosa,
Actinidia grandiflora,
Actinidia hemsleyana,
Actinidia henryi,
Actinidia holotricha,
Actinidia hubeiensis,
Actinidia indochinensis,
Actinidia indochinensis,
Actinidia jijiangensis,
Actinidia kolomikta,
Actinidia laevissima,
Actinidia lanceolata,
Actinidia latifolia,
Actinidia liangguangensis,
Actinidia lijiangensis,
Actinidia linguiensis,
Actinidia longicarpa,
Actinidia macrosperma,
Actinidia melanandra,
Actinidia melliana,
Actinidia obovata,
Actinidia pentapetala,
Actinidia pilosula,
Actinidia polygama,
Actinidia rongshuiensis,
Actinidia rubricaulis,
Actinidia rubus,
Actinidia rudis,
Actinidia rufa,
Actinidia rufotricha,
Actinidia sabiifolia,
Actinidia sorbifolia,
Actinidia stellatopilosa,
Actinidia strigosa,
Actinidia styracifolia,
Actinidia suberifolia,
Actinidia tetramera,