1. a climbing woody vine native to East Asia, cultivated for its ornamental purple flowers and edible fruit
Usage: also called chocolate vine; botanical name: Akebia quinata

Examples

• The akebia vine covered the garden trellis with delicate purple flowers in spring.
• Gardeners often plant akebia for its attractive foliage and fragrant blooms.
• The akebia produces small, elongated fruits that are edible when ripe.
• In mild climates, akebia can grow quite vigorously and may need pruning.
• The akebia's common name, chocolate vine, comes from the scent of its flowers.