Status:
valid
Authors:
(Quan Xia, J.Z.Sun & Z.X.Peng) Christenh.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 29: 257 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334111
Common Names
- Akebia Apetala
- Apetala Akebia
- Apetala
Description
Akebia apetala (also called Apetalous Akebia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lardizabalaceae family. It is native to China and Taiwan. It is found in moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Akebia apetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Akebia apetala has small, white flowers, which are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Akebia apetala is a woody vine native to China. It is best grown in a well-drained medium that is composed of equal parts of peat moss, perlite, and sand. The medium should be kept moist but not wet. The plant should be grown in bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C). Propagation is done by cuttings or layering.
Where to Find Akebia apetala
Akebia apetala can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.
Akebia apetala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Akebia apetala?
Akebia apetala
What is the family of Akebia apetala?
Lardizabalaceae
What is the natural habitat of Akebia apetala?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
Species in the Akebia genus
Species in the Lardizabalaceae family
Akebia longeracemosa,
Akebia pentaphylla,
Akebia quinata,
Akebia trifoliata,
Akebia apetala,
Akebia longisepala,
Boquila trifoliolata,
Decaisnea fargesii,
Decaisnea insignis,
Lardizabala funaria,
Sargentodoxa cuneata,
Sinofranchetia chinensis,
Stauntonia latifolia,
Stauntonia angustifolia,
Stauntonia chinensis,
Stauntonia hexaphylla,
Stauntonia filamentosa,
Stauntonia maculata,
Stauntonia trinervia,
Stauntonia obovatifoliola,
Stauntonia oligophylla,
Stauntonia yaoshanensis,
Stauntonia conspicua,
Stauntonia parviflora,
Stauntonia purpurea,
Stauntonia obcordatilimba,
Stauntonia cavalerieana,
Stauntonia duclouxii,
Stauntonia decora,
Stauntonia brunoniana,
Stauntonia libera,
Stauntonia obovata,
Stauntonia brachyandra,
Stauntonia chapaensis,
Stauntonia coriacea,
Stauntonia crassifolia,
Stauntonia grandiflora,
Stauntonia linearifolia,
Stauntonia medogensis,
Stauntonia pterocaulis,
References
Quan Xia (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quan Xia' in the authors string.