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Actinidia callosa pubescens Deciduous climber (1 Page of 5) The Actinidia callosa pubescens plant species is found in E. Asia - S.W. China to Assam and Malaysia. It is a member of the Actinidiaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. pubescens. Ridley. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Actinidia callosa pubescens Family: Actinidiaceae Author: Dunn. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 7 Mature Width: Habitat: Forests, 2000 - 2500 metres in Yunnan[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].
This plant possibly merits specific recognition as A. pubescens. Ridley[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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