Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
quinata
ID:
525556

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb. ex Houtt.) Decne.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Arch. Mus. Hist. Nat. 1: 195 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524888



Common Names

  • Akebia
  • Quinata
  • Five-Stemmed Akebia


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Synonyms

  • Akebia quinata albiflora Y.N.Lee [unknown]
  • Akebia micrantha Nakai [unknown]
  • Akebia quinata diplochlamys Makino [unknown]
  • Akebia quinata viridiflora Makino [unknown]
  • Akebia quinata diplochlamys (Makino) T.Shimizu [unknown]
  • Akebia quinata polyphylla (Nakai) Hiyama [unknown]
  • Akebia quinata polyphylla Nakai [unknown]
  • Akebia quinata yechi W.C.Cheng [unknown]

Description

Akebia quinata (also called Chocolate Vine, 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 quinata 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 quinata 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 quinata 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 quinata

Akebia quinata is native to Japan and China.

Akebia quinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Akebia quinata?

Akebia quinata

What is the common name of Akebia quinata?

Quinata akebia

What type of plant is Akebia quinata?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2627104: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Martinus Houttuyn (1720-1798): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Houtt.' in the authors string.