Actinidia lanceolata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
519947
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dunn
Source:
cmp
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 38: 356 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519279
Common Names
- Actinidia lanceolata
- Lanceolate Kiwi
- Lanceolate Chinese Gooseberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Actinidia lanceolata (also called Lanceolate 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 lanceolata 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 lanceolata has small, white flowers with five petals. Seed: The seed of Actinidia lanceolata is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Actinidia lanceolata are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Actinidia lanceolata 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 lanceolata
Actinidia lanceolata is native to China and is found in forests, thickets, and open areas.
Actinidia lanceolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinidia lanceolata?
Actinidia lanceolata
What is the common name of Actinidia lanceolata?
Lance-leaved Actinidia
What are the characteristics of Actinidia lanceolata?
Actinidia lanceolata is a deciduous shrub with a climbing growth habit. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the summer.
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-2620728: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Troyte Dunn (1868-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunn' in the authors string.