Actinidiaceae belongs to the order Ericales. It is also known as Chinese Gooseberry family.
The Actinidiaceae is a family of flowering plants primarily found in temperate and subtropical regions of East and Southeast Asia. It consists mostly of woody climbers and shrubs with simple, alternate leaves and distinctive, often fragrant flowers. The family thrives in forested or mountainous environments, and many species are dioecious—bearing male and female flowers on separate plants.
Several members are cultivated for their edible fruit or ornamental value. The most prominent example is the kiwifruit (Actinidia deliciosa), native to China but now cultivated globally for its fuzzy, brown-skinned berries with bright green flesh. Rich in vitamin C and known for their sweet-tart flavor, kiwifruits have become a staple in global markets and horticulture.
Total genera found for Actinidiaceae: 2
- 1) Actinidia
- 2) Test genus
Total plants found for Actinidiaceae: 2
- 1) Hardy kiwi
- 2) Kiwifruit