Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
hemsleyana
ID:
519920

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dunn

Source:
cmp

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 38: 355 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519252

Common Names

  • Actinidia hemsleyana
  • Hemsley's Kiwi
  • Hemsley's Chinese Gooseberry

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Synonyms

  • Actinidia hemsleyana kengiana (F.P.Metcalf) C.F.Liang [unknown]
  • Actinidia kengiana F.P.Metcalf [unknown]
  • Actinidia subglaucifolia F.P.Metcalf [unknown]
  • Actinidia hemsleyana hemsleyana [unknown]

Description

Actinidia hemsleyana (also called Hemsley's Kiwi, among many other common names) is a woody vine native to China. It grows in moist, shady, and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Actinidia hemsleyana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Actinidia hemsleyana has small, white flowers with five petals. Seed: The seed of Actinidia hemsleyana is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Actinidia hemsleyana are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Actinidia hemsleyana 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 hemsleyana

Actinidia hemsleyana is native to China and is found in forests, thickets, and open areas.

Actinidia hemsleyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Actinidia hemsleyana?

Actinidia hemsleyana

What are the common names of Actinidia hemsleyana?

Hemsley's Kiwi

What is the natural habitat of Actinidia hemsleyana?

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,

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