Actinidia pentapetala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentapetala
ID:
519979
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.G.Li & J.W.Li
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 43: 462 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519311
Common Names
- Five-petaled Actinidia
- Five-petaled Kiwi
- Actinidia pentapetala
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Actinidia pentapetala (also called five-petaled 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 pentapetala 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
Actinidia pentapetala has small white flowers, with a single seed in each flower. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Actinidia pentapetala 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 pentapetala
Actinidia pentapetala can be found in the forests of China.
Actinidia pentapetala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinidia pentapetala?
Actinidia pentapetala
What is the common name of Actinidia pentapetala?
Five-petalled kiwifruit
What is the natural habitat of Actinidia pentapetala?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2620757: Based on the initial data import
Rui Gao Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.G.Li' in the authors string.
Jie Wei Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Li' in the authors string.