TROPICAL PLANT ENCYCLOPEDIA

Akebia trifoliata

Chocolate Vine, Three-leaf Akebia
Family: Lardizabalaceae
Origin: China, Korea, Japan
USDA Zone: 5-8?

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Subtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Akebia trifoliata is a deciduous Climber growing to 9 m (29ft 6in) at a fast rate.

Flavor varies greatly in akebias, even within the same species, with some individuals displaying a complex flavor profile resembling a mixture of banana, passionfruit and litchi, with others being mild, or even insipid.

Similar plants:

Akebia quinata (Chocolate Vine, Five-leaf Akebia)

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