Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
laevissima
ID:
519944

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.F.Liang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 49(2): 317 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519276

Common Names

  • Actinidia laevissima
  • Smooth Kiwi
  • Smooth Chinese Gooseberry

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Synonyms

  • Actinidia jiankouensis S.D.Shi & Z.S.Zhang [unknown]
  • Actinidia laevissima floscula S.D.Shi [unknown]

Description

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Actinidia laevissima 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 laevissima

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

Actinidia laevissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Actinidia laevissima?

Actinidia laevissima

What are the common names of Actinidia laevissima?

Smooth Kiwi

What is the natural habitat of Actinidia laevissima?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2620725: Based on the initial data import
Chou Fen Liang (b.1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Liang' in the authors string.