Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
melanandra
ID:
519968

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 8: 278 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519300

Common Names

  • Black-veined Actinidia
  • Black-veined Kiwi
  • Actinidia melanandra

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Synonyms

  • Actinidia changii P.S.Hsu [unknown]
  • Actinidia globosa C.F.Liang [unknown]
  • Actinidia henanensis C.F.Liang [unknown]
  • Actinidia hypoglauca C.Pei & Y.W.Law [unknown]
  • Actinidia melanandra cretacea C.F.Liang [unknown]
  • Actinidia melanandra subconcolor C.F.Liang [unknown]
  • Actinidia rufa parvifolia Dunn [unknown]
  • Actinidia viridiflava P.S.Hsu [unknown]
  • Actinidia melanandra melanandra [unknown]

Description

Actinidia melanandra (also called black-fruited 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 melanandra 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 melanandra var. glabrescens C.F.Liang

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Actinidia melanandra 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 melanandra

Actinidia melanandra can be found in the forests of China.

Actinidia melanandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Actinidia melanandra?

Actinidia melanandra

What is the common name of Actinidia melanandra?

Black-fruited kiwifruit

What is the natural habitat of Actinidia melanandra?

Forests and thickets 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