Chocolate Vine (چاکلیٹ بیل)

Out Of Season

Scientific Name: Akebia Quinata
Common Name: Chocolate Vine
Description: It is seen as a medium to large shrub with a fairly open habit. Fine narrow needle like foliage is arranged along the branching stems. In late Winter to Spring star shape flowers emerge what can be colored white, pink or purple depending on the variety. The flowers may last well into Summer.
Uses: Young shoots are used in salads or for salt pickling. The bitter skin of the fruit is fried and eaten and the leaves used as a tea substitute. The empty pod is stuffed and deep fried. The fruit is also used to make wine.

SKU N/A Category Climbers

Attribute	Information
Seasons	Summer
Blooming Time	May-June
Soil Requirement	Plant the chocolate vine in well-drained, sandy loam soil for best results, although the plant will thrive in most soils without amendments.
Envoirnment	This vine grows happily in shade, partial shade, and full sun. In the harsh winter weather, it may lose its leaves but will regrow in the spring. While not ideal for humid environments, the vine does tolerate some humidity in the air.
Watering	Water frequently when the plant is young, every 3 or 4 days and weekly thereafter