Actinidia polygama, commonly known as Silver Vine, is a deciduous perennial vine native to the mountainous regions and forest edges of Japan, Korea, and China. It can vigorously climb up to 5–6 meters (16–20 ft) high at maturity, making it suitable for covering fences or trellises. Silver Vine has a twining growth habit and is known for its attractive foliage, which is silvery-white when young and matures to a deep green. The plant produces clusters of small, fragrant white flowers in early summer, which are followed by yellow to orange fruits that are edible when ripe. The fruits are appreciated for their unique flavor and are sometimes used in traditional East Asian cuisine and medicine.

Silver Vine is valued for its ornamental foliage, fragrant flowers, and edible fruits. It is increasingly cultivated for its potential as an edible fruit crop, and it is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. This vine is relatively easy to maintain and can be grown in a variety of soil types, provided they are well-drained. It prefers full sun but can tolerate part shade. While generally disease-resistant, it can be susceptible to pests such as aphids and spider mites. Silver Vine can also be attractive to cats, similar to catnip, due to the presence of actinidine in the leaves.CC BY-SA 4.0