Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
henryi
ID:
519923

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dunn

Source:
cmp

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1916: 1 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519255

Common Names

  • Actinidia henryi
  • Henry's Kiwi
  • Henry's Chinese Gooseberry

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Synonyms

  • Actinidia carnosifolia C.Y.Wu [unknown]
  • Actinidia carnosifolia carnosifolia [unknown]
  • Actinidia henryi henryi [unknown]
  • Actinidia carnosifolia glaucescens C.F.Liang [unknown]

Description

Actinidia henryi (also called Henry's Kiwi, among many other common names) is a vine with small, white flowers and edible fruits. It is native to China, and is found in moist woods and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Actinidia henryi is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and produces fragrant white flowers in the spring. The fruits are edible and can be used in jams, jellies, and other recipes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Actinidia henryi 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 henryi

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

Actinidia henryi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Actinidia henryi?

Actinidia henryi

What are the common names of Actinidia henryi?

Henry's Kiwi

What is the natural habitat of Actinidia henryi?

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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