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Akebia ×pentaphylla
Scientific Name: Akebia ×pentaphylla
Family: Lardizabalaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Vine
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Akebia × pentaphylla
Also known as Chocolate Vine, Akebia × pentaphylla is a captivating climber cherished for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.
Considerations for Pets
- Akebia × pentaphylla is a vigorous climber.
- It produces edible fruits.
- It has palmate leaves with three to five ovate leaflets.
Considerations for Children
- Akebia × pentaphylla is a vigorous climber.
- It produces edible fruits.
- It has palmate leaves with three to five ovate leaflets.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Akebia × pentaphylla (Makino) Makino
- Family: Lardizabalaceae
- Synonyms:
- Akebia lobata var. pentaphylla Makino
- Akebia pentaphylla var. integrifolia Kimura
- Origin of Name: "Akebia" comes from the Japanese name for the plant ("Akebi").
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the Far East, particularly Japan.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- A deciduous to semi-evergreen climber.
- Can grow up to 9 meters (29ft 6in) in height.
- Features palmate leaves with three to five ovate leaflets.
- Fragrant, dark maroon-brown to dark purple flowers bloom in April.
Ecology
- A hybrid between Akebia quinata and Akebia trifoliata.