The kiwi plant (Chinese actinidia) is of great value, thanks to its fruits. Depending on the variety, their weight can be from 50 to 150 g. The fruit of kiwi is very useful and has excellent taste qualities.
Where does the kiwi grow - in which country?
Historically, the country of origin of kiwi is China, namely the northern region and the eastern coast. From here comes the second name of kiwi - "Chinese gooseberry". Cultivation of the plant took place for 300 years. But, since in China are restricted to growing areas, kiwi has not spread in large quantities.
Currently, the cultivation of kiwi in New Zealand is very common. Exports from this country account for more than half of all grown kiwi in the world. The largest plantations are on the North Island in the Bay of Plenty.
In addition, plantations producing kiwi for domestic consumption are located in such countries as South Korea, Italy, Greece, Chile, France, Iran, Japan. In the United States, Chinese gooseberry was adopted only in Hawaii and California.
In all these countries and their individual regions, the main condition for the full ripening of the kiwi is the subtropical climate, which is characterized by the right amount of precipitation.
Many people are interested in the question: where does kiwi grow in Russia? His cultivation is carried out in the Krasnodar Territory on the Black Sea coast.
How does kiwi grow in nature?
At first glance, the answer to the question of how kiwi grows in nature is obvious. Many people think that kiwi grows on a tree. But it is not so. The plant is a tree-like liana on which kiwi grows. If it is planted in open ground, its height can reach up to 9-10 m.
Liana grows well in greenhouse conditions. During the summer growth, the color of the leaves of the plant is constantly changing: from green to white, pink and raspberry. The fruits on it are clustered. Growing fruit is not particularly difficult, since the vine is unpretentious in care. In addition, it is practically not susceptible to disease.
Kiwi's benefit
The fruits of kiwi have many useful properties, namely:
- contains a large number of vitamins (B, C, E), as well as trace elements (iron, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc);
- has a low energy value, which makes it possible to use it effectively in diets;
- reduces the risk of oncological and cardiovascular diseases;
- improves metabolism;
- normalizes the process of digestion.
Thus, by regularly eating this useful fruit, you will bring significant benefits to your body.