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|primary image=Akebia quinata.jpg | |primary image=Akebia quinata.jpg | ||
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|ecosystem niche=Soil surface, Climber | |ecosystem niche=Soil surface, Climber | ||
|edible use notes=The fruit is 5 - 10cm long and up to 4m wide{{Ref | PFAFimport-200}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-266}}. | |edible use notes=The fruit is 5 - 10cm long and up to 4m wide{{Ref | PFAFimport-200}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-266}}. | ||
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|edible part and use={{Has part with edible use | |edible part and use={{Has part with edible use | ||
|part used=Fruit | |part used=Fruit | ||
|part used for=Fresh | |part used for=Fresh | ||
− | |part use details=The fruit is traditionally eaten fresh{{Ref | PFAFimport-2}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-105}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-177}}. The gelatinous placentation are littered with seeds but have a sweet flavor, so they used to be enjoyed by children playing out in the countryside in Japan{{Ref|wiki}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-3}}. The pulp is reported to have a sweet watermelon-like flavour and the seeds can be eaten or spat out{{Ref|Crawford}}. Lemon juice is sometimes added to the fruit to enhance the flavour{{Ref | PFAFimport-183}}. | + | |part use details=The fruit is traditionally eaten fresh{{Ref | PFAFimport-2}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-105}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-177}}. The gelatinous placentation are littered with seeds but have a sweet flavor, so they used to be enjoyed by children playing out in the countryside in Japan{{Ref|wiki}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-3}}. The pulp is reported to have a sweet watermelon-like flavour and the seeds can be eaten or spat out{{Ref|Crawford}}. Lemon juice is sometimes added to the fruit to enhance the flavour{{Ref | PFAFimport-183}}. |
}}{{Has part with edible use | }}{{Has part with edible use | ||
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|material part and use={{Has part with material use | |material part and use={{Has part with material use | ||
|part used=Stem | |part used=Stem | ||
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The stems are anodyne, antifungal, antiphlogistic, bitter, diaphoretic, diuretic, emmenagogue, febrifuge, laxative, galactogogue, resolvent, stimulant, stomachic and vulnerary{{Ref | PFAFimport-174}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-178}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-218}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-238}}. Taken internally, it controls bacterial and fungal infections and is used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, lack of menstruation, to improve lactation etc{{Ref | PFAFimport-238}}. | The stems are anodyne, antifungal, antiphlogistic, bitter, diaphoretic, diuretic, emmenagogue, febrifuge, laxative, galactogogue, resolvent, stimulant, stomachic and vulnerary{{Ref | PFAFimport-174}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-178}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-218}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-238}}. Taken internally, it controls bacterial and fungal infections and is used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, lack of menstruation, to improve lactation etc{{Ref | PFAFimport-238}}. | ||
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The plant was ranked 13th in a survey of 250 potential antifertility plants in China{{Ref | PFAFimport-218}}. | The plant was ranked 13th in a survey of 250 potential antifertility plants in China{{Ref | PFAFimport-218}}. | ||
|medicinal part and use={{Has part with medicinal use | |medicinal part and use={{Has part with medicinal use | ||
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|part used for=Anodyne | |part used for=Anodyne | ||
}}{{Has part with medicinal use | }}{{Has part with medicinal use | ||
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|part used for=Antiphlogistic | |part used for=Antiphlogistic | ||
}}{{Has part with medicinal use | }}{{Has part with medicinal use | ||
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|part used for=Bitter | |part used for=Bitter | ||
}}{{Has part with medicinal use | }}{{Has part with medicinal use | ||
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|part used for=Cancer | |part used for=Cancer | ||
+ | |part use details=The fruit is antirheumatic, depurative, diuretic, febrifuge, stomachic and tonic{{Ref | PFAFimport-218}}. It is a popular remedy for cancer{{Ref | PFAFimport-218}}. | ||
}}{{Has part with medicinal use | }}{{Has part with medicinal use | ||
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|part used for=Contraceptive | |part used for=Contraceptive | ||
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|part used for=Diaphoretic | |part used for=Diaphoretic | ||
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|part used for=Diuretic | |part used for=Diuretic | ||
|part use details=The stem contains approximately 30% potassium salts thus giving the diuretic action{{Ref|Reid}} | |part use details=The stem contains approximately 30% potassium salts thus giving the diuretic action{{Ref|Reid}} | ||
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|part used for=Resolvent | |part used for=Resolvent | ||
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|part used for=Stimulant | |part used for=Stimulant | ||
}}{{Has part with medicinal use | }}{{Has part with medicinal use | ||
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|part used for=Stomachic | |part used for=Stomachic | ||
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|toxic parts= | |toxic parts= | ||
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Layering in early spring{{Ref | PFAFimport-1}}. Very easy, the plants usually self-layer and so all you need to do is dig up the new plants and plant them out directly into their permanent positions. | Layering in early spring{{Ref | PFAFimport-1}}. Very easy, the plants usually self-layer and so all you need to do is dig up the new plants and plant them out directly into their permanent positions. | ||
− | |seed requires stratification= | + | |germination details=Seed - best sown in a cold frame as soon as it is ripe. Surface sow in a light position{{Ref | PFAFimport-133}}. The seed usually germinates in 1 - 3 months at 15°c{{Ref | PFAFimport-133}}. Stored seed should be given 1 month cold stratification{{Ref | PFAFimport-113}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-133}} and can be very difficult to germinate. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in light shade in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant out in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. |
− | |seed dormancy depth= | + | |seed requires stratification=Yes |
+ | |seed dormancy depth=intermediate | ||
|seed requires scarification=No | |seed requires scarification=No | ||
|seed requires smokification=No | |seed requires smokification=No | ||
+ | |cutting type=soft wood, semi-ripe | ||
+ | |cutting details= | ||
+ | Cuttings of half-ripe wood, July/August in a frame{{Ref | PFAFimport-11}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-113}}. The cuttings can be slow to root{{Ref | PFAFimport-200}}. | ||
+ | Cuttings can also be taken of soft wood in spring{{Ref | PFAFimport-113}}. | ||
+ | Root cuttings, December in a warm greenhouse{{Ref | PFAFimport-113}}. | ||
|rootstocks= | |rootstocks= | ||
|cultivation=Requires a well-drained moisture retentive soil{{Ref | PFAFimport-200}}. Prefers a good loamy soil{{Ref | PFAFimport-11}}. Succeeds in acid or alkaline soils{{Ref | PFAFimport-200}}. Prefers partial shade but succeeds in full sun{{Ref | PFAFimport-3}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-200}}. Succeeds on north facing walls{{Ref | PFAFimport-219}}. Plants are fast growing and can be invasive{{Ref | PFAFimport-200}}. | |cultivation=Requires a well-drained moisture retentive soil{{Ref | PFAFimport-200}}. Prefers a good loamy soil{{Ref | PFAFimport-11}}. Succeeds in acid or alkaline soils{{Ref | PFAFimport-200}}. Prefers partial shade but succeeds in full sun{{Ref | PFAFimport-3}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-200}}. Succeeds on north facing walls{{Ref | PFAFimport-219}}. Plants are fast growing and can be invasive{{Ref | PFAFimport-200}}. | ||
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The flowers have a spicy fragrance, reminiscent of vanilla{{Ref | PFAFimport-219}}. | The flowers have a spicy fragrance, reminiscent of vanilla{{Ref | PFAFimport-219}}. | ||
Plants are shy to fruit, they possibly require some protection in the flowering season, hand pollination is advisable{{Ref | PFAFimport-3}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-11}}. Plants are probably self-sterile{{Ref | PFAFimport-11}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-182}}, if possible at least 2 plants should be grown, each from a different source. | Plants are shy to fruit, they possibly require some protection in the flowering season, hand pollination is advisable{{Ref | PFAFimport-3}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-11}}. Plants are probably self-sterile{{Ref | PFAFimport-11}}{{Ref | PFAFimport-182}}, if possible at least 2 plants should be grown, each from a different source. | ||
− | Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus{{Ref | PFAFimport-200}}. | + | Plants in this genus are notably resistant to [[honey fungus]]{{Ref | PFAFimport-200}}. |
|crop notes=The medicinal part of the plant is the woody stem which is sliced in transverse sections and prepared as a decoction. The stems are harvested in the autumn and dried for later use{{Ref | PFAFimport-238}}. | |crop notes=The medicinal part of the plant is the woody stem which is sliced in transverse sections and prepared as a decoction. The stems are harvested in the autumn and dried for later use{{Ref | PFAFimport-238}}. | ||
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Botanical description
It grows to 10 metres or more in height and has compound leaves with five leaflets. The inflorescences are clustered in racemes and are chocolate-scented, with three or four sepals. The fruits are sausage-shaped pods which contain edible pulp[11].Uses
Material uses
Stem
Medicinal uses(Warning!)
In the Chinese pharmacopoeia it is believed to be therapeutic as a diuretic, antiphlogistic, galactagogue and analgesic. The principal use of the herb in China is as a traditional remedy for insufficient lactation in nursing mothers. The medicinal part of the plant is the woody stem which is sliced in transverse sections and prepared as a decoction.
The stems are anodyne, antifungal, antiphlogistic, bitter, diaphoretic, diuretic, emmenagogue, febrifuge, laxative, galactogogue, resolvent, stimulant, stomachic and vulnerary[8][14][9][15]. Taken internally, it controls bacterial and fungal infections and is used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, lack of menstruation, to improve lactation etc[15].
The plant was ranked 13th in a survey of 250 potential antifertility plants in China[9].
Stems
Root
Ecology
Ecosystem niche/layer
Ecological Functions
Ground cover
Plants have sometimes been used as a ground cover[16].
Forage
Nothing listed.
Shelter
Nothing listed.
Propagation
Layering in early spring[17]. Very easy, the plants usually self-layer and so all you need to do is dig up the new plants and plant them out directly into their permanent positions.
Seed
Seed - best sown in a cold frame as soon as it is ripe. Surface sow in a light position[18]. The seed usually germinates in 1 - 3 months at 15°c[18]. Stored seed should be given 1 month cold stratification[19][18] and can be very difficult to germinate. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in light shade in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant out in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts.
Rooted cuttings
Cuttings of half-ripe wood, July/August in a frame[20][19]. The cuttings can be slow to root[12]. Cuttings can also be taken of soft wood in spring[19]. Root cuttings, December in a warm greenhouse[19].
Cultivation
Requires a well-drained moisture retentive soil[12]. Prefers a good loamy soil[20]. Succeeds in acid or alkaline soils[12]. Prefers partial shade but succeeds in full sun[5][12]. Succeeds on north facing walls[21]. Plants are fast growing and can be invasive[12]. Dormant plants are hardy to about -20°c but they can be somewhat tender when young[12]. The young growth in spring, even on mature plants, is frost-tender and so it is best to grow the plants in a position sheltered from the early morning sun[K]. This species grows very well in S.W. England[20]. Plants are evergreen in mild winters[20]. Resentful of root disturbance, either grow the plants in containers prior to planting them out or plant them out whilst very young[21]. Plants are not normally pruned, if they are growing too large they can be cut back by trimming them with shears in early spring[22]. The flowers have a spicy fragrance, reminiscent of vanilla[21]. Plants are shy to fruit, they possibly require some protection in the flowering season, hand pollination is advisable[5][20]. Plants are probably self-sterile[20][23], if possible at least 2 plants should be grown, each from a different source. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[12].
Crops
The medicinal part of the plant is the woody stem which is sliced in transverse sections and prepared as a decoction. The stems are harvested in the autumn and dried for later use[15].
Problems, pests & diseases
Associations & Interactions
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Polycultures & Guilds
There are no polycultures listed which include Akebia quinata.
Descendants
Cultivars
Varieties
None listed.
Subspecies
None listed.
Full Data
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References
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