Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
pentaphylla
ID:
525553

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Makino) Makino

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 16: 30 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524885



Common Names

  • Akebia
  • Pentaphylla
  • Five-Leaved Akebia


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Synonyms

  • Akebia diplochlamys Nakai [unknown]
  • Akebia lobata pentaphylla Makino [unknown]
  • Akebia pentaphylla integrifolia Kimura [unknown]

Description

Akebia pentaphylla (also called Five-leaf Akebia, among many other common names) is a perennial vine that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to East Asia and is found in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Akebia pentaphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Akebia pentaphylla has small white flowers. Seeds: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Akebia pentaphylla is a fast-growing, deciduous, twining vine that can reach up to 30 feet in length. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a cold frame. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Akebia pentaphylla

Akebia pentaphylla is native to Japan and China.

Akebia pentaphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Akebia pentaphylla?

Akebia pentaphylla

What is the common name of Akebia pentaphylla?

Pentaphylla akebia

What type of plant is Akebia pentaphylla?

Vine

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,

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