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Actinidia kwangsiensis Deciduous climber (1 Page of 5) The Actinidia kwangsiensis plant species is found in E. Asia - S. China. It is a member of the Actinidiaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Actinidia kwangsiensis Family: Actinidiaceae Author: Sp. nov. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 3 Mature Width: Habitat: Open thickets up to 1000 metres in Kwangsi[198].
Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it could succeed outdoors at least in the milder areas of the country. A erecently discovered species, it is possibly the same as A longicauda. F.Chun[198]. The species does not as yet (1952) have a valid name[198].The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus.
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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