Water
Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season, but avoid waterlogged conditions. Reduce watering in autumn and winter. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.
Also known as Japanese Kiwi · Silver Vine
Silver Vine (Actinidia polygama), also known as Cat-Powder, is a deciduous vine prized for its attractive silver-splashed foliage and for its potent effect on cats.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade to Full Sun
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light or morning sun. Can tolerate full sun if consistently watered.
Regular
50% intensity
Maintain consistently moist soil during the growing season, reducing in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C. Tolerates cooler conditions in winter dormancy.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season, but avoid waterlogged conditions. Reduce watering in autumn and winter. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Prune to maintain desired size and shape, and to encourage fruiting. Thin out overcrowded areas.
Propagate from softwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be about 10-15 cm long and inserted into moist, well-draining potting mix. Rooting hormone can improve success rates.
Repot young plants annually or biennially in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years. Use a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting soil. Ensure good drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Cat-Powder (Actinidia polygama) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Actinidiaceae |
| Genus | Actinidia |
| Species | Actinidia polygama |
Similar in genus Actinidia
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