Akebia quinata Akebia (Lardizabalaceae) Deciduous climber

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Akebia quinata
Akebia
Deciduous climber
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The Akebia quinata plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan, Korea. It is a member of the Lardizabalaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Akebia. Some home gardeners know the variety as Rajania quinata.

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Latin Name:  Akebia quinata
Common Name:  Akebia
Family:  Lardizabalaceae
Author:  (Houtt.)Decne.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  12   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Woods, hedges and thickets in mountainous areas[58].

Edible Uses: Fruit - raw[2, 105, 177]. Sweet but insipid[3]. The fruit has a delicate flavour and a soft, juicy texture[K]. Lemon juice is sometimes added to the fruit to enhance the flavour[183]. The bitter skin of the fruit is fried and eaten[183]. The fruit is 5 - 10cm long[200]. Soft young shoots are used in salads or pickled[183]. The leaves are used as a tea substitute[105, 177, 183].

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