Actinidia coriacea

Actinidia coriacea, commonly known as the Chinese kiwifruit or Coriaceous kiwi, is a deciduous vine native to China's south-central and southeast regions and Vietnam. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil that can range from light sandy to heavy clay. Hardy in zones 5-9, it can grow up to 8 meters tall. Known for its edible fruit, A. coriacea is valued both as a food source and an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and climbing habit. One distinctive feature of this vine is the texture of its leaves, which are often described as leathery or coriaceous, giving it its common name.