Actinidia arguta cordifolia (Actinidiaceae) Deciduous climber

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Actinidia arguta cordifolia
Deciduous climber
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The Actinidia arguta cordifolia plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan, Korea. It is a member of the Actinidiaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. cordifolia. Miq. A. platyphylla. A.Gray. A. rufa cordifolia. Dunn. A. rufa dulcisisma. Koidz.

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Latin Name:  Actinidia arguta cordifolia
Family:  Actinidiaceae
Author:  (Miq.)Bean.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  7   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Thickets[198].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a sound loamy neutral soil[1, 200]. Succeeds in semi-shade but full sun is best for fruit production[200]. Prefers a sheltered position[200]. This is a very vigorous plant that can climb to the tops of tall trees[182]. Very hardy, tolerating temperatures down to -30°c or more, but young spring growth is susceptible to frost damage[160]. Fruits are formed on second year wood and also on fruit spurs on older wood[126], any pruning is best carried out in the winter[219]. The small flowers are sweetly scented[245]. This is a climbing plant, supporting itself by twining around branches etc[200]. Sometimes cultivated for its edible fruit, there are some named varieties[183]. Dioecious. Male and female plants must be grown if seed is required. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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