Akebie

Discover Akebia quinata, a spiral climbing plant with bright red flowers that smell of vanilla .

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Akebie akebia quinata plant

Akebie akebia quinata plant

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Join LEGBA and explore the Akebia quinata, a vine that is both attractive and sturdy. With its soothing flowers and semi-evergreen foliage, the akebia is perfect for creating a green and cool refuge. Follow our tips for incorporating this exotic splendor into your garden or terrace.

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History, use and culture

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Plant size when shipped: 20-50cm.
8x8cm pot or
Frost-resistant perennial medicinal plant (
-20°C)

How to cultivate it?

It's an easy plant, it doesn't need much water. the akebie can stay at least 15 days with dry soil, even in a pot. The growth of the akebie is slow at the beginning, the time of adaptation to the soil and rooting takes a little time but once well rooted its growth is quite rapid, accelerated with heat and humidity.

Medicinal

Akebia quinata is a plant used in traditional medicine in Asia for centuries. Here are some of the medicinal properties of Akebia quinata that have been traditionally claimed: Reduction of fever: Akebia quinata has been used in traditional medicine to reduce fever and other symptoms of upper respiratory infections.

Suppression of the reflex triggered by irritation of reflexogenic and cough-producing areas, intended to protect the airways: The plant has been used as an expectorant to help eliminate phlegm from the respiratory tract.

Skin Conditions: Akebia quinata has been used to treat a variety of skin conditions, including rashes, sores, and infections.

Digestive Disorders: The plant has been used to treat digestive disorders. It is important to note that the medicinal properties of Akebia quinata have not been thoroughly studied by modern science and the plant has not been approved by regulatory agencies for use as a medicine. As with any plant or herb, it is important to consult a qualified healthcare professional before using Akebia quinata for medicinal purposes.