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Actinidia callosa, commonly known as the Chinese kiwifruit or hardy kiwi, is a deciduous vine native to regions including Assam, China, India, Myanmar, and parts of Southeast Asia such as Vietnam and Malaya. Actinidia callosa (Latin: Actinidia callosa, family Actinidiaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Actinidia callosa is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Actinidia callosa is a member of the Actinidiaceae family native to ASS, CHN, CHC, CHS, EHM, and IND. Actinidia callosa thrives in full to partial sun, requiring moist, well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Actinidia callosa grows best in USDA zone 6-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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