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Actinidia callosa
Deciduous climber
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The Actinidia callosa plant species is found in E. Asia - Himalayas to W. China. It is a member of the Actinidiaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Actinidia callosa
Family:  Actinidiaceae
Author:  Lindley.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  9   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Forests and shrubberies to 3000 metres in the Himalayas[51, 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]. Plants are not fully hardy in much of Britain[219]. 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]. This is a climbing plant, supporting itself by twining around branches etc[200]. A very ornamental plant[146], there are some named varieties developed for their edible fruit[183]. A polymorphic species, there are a number of sub-species[198]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200]. Dioecious. Male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.

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