Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
trifoliata
ID:
525560

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Koidz.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 39: 310 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524892



Common Names

  • Akebia
  • Trifoliata
  • Three-Leaved Akebia


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Synonyms

  • Akebia trifoliata litoralis Konta & Katsuy. [unknown]
  • Akebia chaffanjonii H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Akebia chingshuiensis Shimizu [unknown]
  • Akebia clematidifolia Siebold & Zucc. [unknown]
  • Akebia lobata Decne. [unknown]
  • Akebia lobata australis Diels [unknown]
  • Akebia quercifolia Siebold & Zucc. [unknown]
  • Akebia sempervirens Nakai [unknown]
  • Clematis trifoliata Thunb. [unknown]
  • Akebia lobata clematifolia (Siebold & Zucc.) Ito [unknown]
  • Akebia lobata quercifoliata (Siebold & Zucc.) Ito [unknown]
  • Akebia trifoliata clematifolia (Siebold & Zucc.) Nakai [unknown]
  • Akebia trifoliata honanensis T.Shimizu [unknown]
  • Akebia trifoliata trifoliata [unknown]

Description

Akebia trifoliata (also called Three-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 trifoliata 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Akebia trifoliata sub. australis (Diels) T.Shimizu

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Akebia trifoliata 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 trifoliata 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 trifoliata

Akebia trifoliata is native to Japan and China.

Akebia trifoliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Akebia trifoliata?

Akebia trifoliata

What is the common name of Akebia trifoliata?

Trifoliata akebia

What type of plant is Akebia trifoliata?

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-2627108: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Gen-ichi Koidzumi (1883-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koidz.' in the authors string.