Status:
valid
Authors:
Maxim.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. St.-Pétersbourg Divers Savans 9: 63 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519272
Common Names
- Actinidia kolomikta
- Kolomikta Kiwi
- Kolomikta Chinese Gooseberry
Synonyms
- Actinidia gagnepainii Nakai [unknown]
- Actinidia kolomikta gagnepainii (Nakai) H.L.Li [unknown]
- Actinidia leptophylla C.Y.Wu [unknown]
- Actinidia maloides H.L.Li [unknown]
- Actinidia maloides cordata C.F.Liang [unknown]
- Actinidia tetramera maloides (H.L.Li) C.Y.Wu [unknown]
- Prunus kolomikta Maxim. [unknown]
- Prunus kolomikta Maxim. & Rupr. [unknown]
- Kalomikta mandshurica Regel [unknown]
- Trochostigma kolomikta Rupr. [unknown]
Description
Actinidia kolomikta (also called Kolomikta Actinidia, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree with a spreading crown. It is native to China, and is found in forests, scrub, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Actinidia kolomikta 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 kolomikta has small, white flowers with five petals. Seed: The seed of Actinidia kolomikta is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Actinidia kolomikta are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Actinidia kolomikta can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in early spring or fall, and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Actinidia kolomikta
Actinidia kolomikta is native to China and is found in forests, thickets, and open areas.
Actinidia kolomikta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinidia kolomikta?
Actinidia kolomikta
What are the common names of Actinidia kolomikta?
Kolomikta Kiwi
What is the natural habitat of Actinidia kolomikta?
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,