Akebia (Chocolate Vine)
Akebia quinata
Akebia quinata –commonly known as akebi (木通), chocolate vine, five-leaf chocolate vine, or five-leaf akebia– is a vine that is native to Japan, China and Korea, commonly used as an ornamental or edible plant in the United States and Europe. In its native habitat, it is often found on hills, in hedges, on trees, along forest edges and streams, and on mountainous slopes.
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At a glance
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Water need
- Medium
- Mature height
- 8 m
- Maintenance
- Low
- Hardiness
- USDA 5–9
- Layers
- climber
Functional roles
Propagation
How to make more of this plant for free — the permaculture way.
When: Semi-ripe cuttings summer
Vigorous semi-evergreen climber; sausage-shaped fruit. Plant two for fruit set.
Where to get it
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Seed data pending expert review. Identification photo and description are sourced from Wikipedia/Wikimedia; always confirm a plant in person before eating any part of it.