Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
macrosperma
ID:
519963

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.F.Liang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 49(2): 311 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519295

Common Names

  • Large-seeded Kiwi
  • Macro-seeded Kiwi
  • Actinidia macrosperma

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Synonyms

  • Actinidia macrosperma macrosperma [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Actinidia macrosperma 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 macrosperma var. mumoides C.F.Liang

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Actinidia macrosperma 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 macrosperma

Actinidia macrosperma can be found in the forests of China.

Actinidia macrosperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Actinidia macrosperma?

Actinidia macrosperma

What is the common name of Actinidia macrosperma?

Large-seeded kiwifruit

What is the natural habitat of Actinidia macrosperma?

Forests in China

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-2620742: Based on the initial data import
Chou Fen Liang (b.1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Liang' in the authors string.