Chocolate Vine (Akebia Quinata) is a perennial vine in the Lardizabalaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Akebia quinata is a vigorous, woody, deciduous or semi-evergreen climbing vine known for its attractive foliage, fragrant flowers, and unusual sausage-shaped edible fruit.

Chocolate Vine

Chocolate Vine

Akebia Quinata

Akebia quinata is a vigorous, woody, deciduous or semi-evergreen climbing vine known for its attractive foliage, fragrant flowers, and unusual sausage-shaped edible fruit.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:climber, screen, ornamental, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Chocolate Vine

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Lardizabalaceae
Genus:Akebia
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