Akebia trifoliata

Threeleaf Akebia

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Common Name:

Threeleaf Akebia

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

915 cm

Maximum width:

1220 cm

Threeleaf Akebia (Akebia trifoliata) - Description

Akebia are plants native to Japan, China, and Korea. It grows to heights of 15 to 30 feet. It grows fast in mild regions, and more slowly where winters are cold. The edible fruit, if produced, looks like a thick, 2.5 to 4 inch long, purplish sausage. A. trifoliata is a threeleaf Akebia.

Threeleaf Akebia (Akebia trifoliata) - Blooming

Flowers in spring with dull purple and vanilla scented flowers that hang in clusters from the stem.

Threeleaf Akebia (Akebia trifoliata) - Growth

Tolerates sun and shade. Grows quickly in mild climates and more slowly in climates that have cold winters.

Threeleaf Akebia (Akebia trifoliata) - Planting

Plant seeds with protection from the cold as soon as the seeds are ripe. Make rooted cuttings in summer.

Threeleaf Akebia (Akebia trifoliata) - Pest

Prone to twig dieback.

Threeleaf Akebia (Akebia trifoliata) - Interesting facts

Fiveleaf Akebia grow so fast that they are considered an ecological threat in some areas. If not controlled, the Akebia can smother native vegetation and prevent seed germination of neighboring plants.