Actinidia polygama 20 PCS fresh seeds, Gaedarae, Silver vine, Matatabi seeds, Cat powder, Rare seeds, Fruit vine, Organic seeds, Non GMO

🌱 Actinidia polygama — Gaedarae, Silver vine, Matatabi seeds, Cat powder

Actinidia polygama seeds are a product of Deodar Seeds, offering a unique opportunity to grow a rare and exotic liana. This perennial shrub vine belongs to the Actinidiaceae family, known for its fragrant flowers and edible fruits. Key selling points include its ability to grow up to 5 meters in length, making it an ideal choice for trellises or arbors.

🌿 Botanical Description

Actinidia polygama is a perennial shrub vine that grows up to 5 m in length. The bark of young shoots is grayish-brown, old shoots are reddish-brown. The leaves change color during the growing season, and have small, visible hairs along the veins underneath. It blooms from early June to early August, for about 30 days, with white fragrant flowers. The calyx of the fruit is green. The plant is dioecious. The fruits are berries up to 4 cm long with a conical sharp nose, edible, but much less tasty than other species, slightly hot in taste, and poor in vitamin C compared to other types of actinidia. Ripening begins at the end of September; when ripe, they change color sharply. They go from being hard light green to soft and orange.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in well-draining soil in early spring or late summer/early fall. Stratification is recommended for 3-4 months at 4-6°C (39-43°F) to improve germination.
• Germinate at 20-25°C (68-77°F) in 1-3 months.
• Soil type: well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.5-7.0).
• Watering: regular, but avoid overwatering. Fertilization: balanced, organic fertilizer.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-8. Frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Native to East Asia, specifically China, Japan, and Korea. It thrives in temperate climates with moderate temperatures and humidity. Typical habitats include forests, woodlands, and mountainous regions. Altitude range: 100-2000 meters.

✨ Interesting Facts

Actinidia polygama has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, particularly in China. The plant contains compounds with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. In Japan, the fruit is used as a natural remedy for fever and digestive issues. The plant is also known for its ornamental value, with its fragrant flowers and attractive foliage.