Actinidia purpurea

Actinidia purpurea, commonly known as purple kiwi or Chinese vine, is a deciduous woody vine native to China and neighboring regions including Japan and Korea. This plant thrives in moist, well-drained soils that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay) and prefers full sun to partial shade. It grows up to 10 meters tall and is hardy in zones 5-9. Known for its edible fruit, A. purpurea is both ornamental and useful as a food source. One distinctive feature of this vine is the purple coloration of its young stems and leaves, setting it apart from other kiwi species.