Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
519948

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner & Champ.) Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 86: 330 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519280

Common Names

  • Actinidia latifolia
  • Broad-leaved Kiwi
  • Broad-leaved Chinese Gooseberry

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Synonyms

  • Actinidia championii Benth. [unknown]
  • Actinidia gnaphalocarpa Hayata [unknown]
  • Actinidia guilinensis C.F.Liang [unknown]
  • Actinidia latifolia indochinensis H.L.Li [unknown]
  • Actinidia miquelii King [unknown]
  • Actinidia tonkinensis H.L.Li [unknown]
  • Heptaca latifolia Gardner & Champ. [unknown]
  • Actinidia latifolia tonkinensis (H.L.Li) H.L.Li [unknown]

Description

Actinidia latifolia (also called silver vine, among many other common names) is a deciduous climber native to China, Japan, and Korea. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and white flowers, and is found in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Actinidia latifolia 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Actinidia latifolia var. mollis (Dunn) Hand.-Mazz.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Actinidia latifolia 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 latifolia

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

Actinidia latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Actinidia latifolia?

Actinidia latifolia

What is the common name of Actinidia latifolia?

Broad-leaved Actinidia

What are the characteristics of Actinidia latifolia?

Actinidia latifolia is a deciduous shrub with a climbing growth habit. It has broad, oval-shaped 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-2620729: Based on the initial data import
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
John George Champion (1815-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Champ.' in the authors string.