Actinidia sorbifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sorbifolia
ID:
520011
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.F.Liang
Source:
cmp
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 49(2): 324 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519343
Common Names
- Sorb Kiwi Vine
- Sorb Silver Vine
- Sorb Cat Powder
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- Actinidia truncatifolia C.Y.Chang & P.S.Liu [unknown]
Description
Actinidia sorbifolia (also called Sorb Kiwi, among many other common names) is a deciduous, woody, climbing vine native to the mountains of central and southern China. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. The fruits are edible and have a bright red skin and white flesh. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and grows best in full sun.
Uses & Benefits
Actinidia sorbifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Actinidia sorbifolia has white, fragrant flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Actinidia sorbifolia is a deciduous, woody vine that can grow up to 10 m (33 ft) in length. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Actinidia sorbifolia
Actinidia sorbifolia can be found in China.
Actinidia sorbifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinidia sorbifolia?
Actinidia sorbifolia
What is the common name of Actinidia sorbifolia?
Sorbus-leaved kiwifruit
What is the natural habitat of Actinidia sorbifolia?
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-2620788: Based on the initial data import
Chou Fen Liang (b.1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Liang' in the authors string.