Actinidia kolomikta gagnepainii (Actinidiaceae) Deciduous climber

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Actinidia kolomikta gagnepainii
Deciduous climber
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The Actinidia kolomikta gagnepainii plant species is found in E. Asia - W. China. It is a member of the Actinidiaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. gagnepainii. Nakai.

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Latin Name:  Actinidia kolomikta gagnepainii
Family:  Actinidiaceae
Author:  (Nak)New name.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  7   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Thickets, 1800 - 3600 metres in Shensi, Hupeh, Szechuan and Sikang[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]. 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]. 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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