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From a short distance, a cluster of unopened Akebia quinata buds hangs gracefully among foliage touched by light. The leaves shift in color from bright yellow-green at the center to soft pink and rich burgundy at the edges, creating a vivid backdrop. The flower buds remain closed, their rounded shapes gently suspended, hinting at the bloom to come. Even in this early stage, the plant radiates quiet elegance—layered in color, texture, and subtle anticipation.