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Wild Grape
Vitis spp.
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| Wild Grape is a deciduous, native, disease
resistant vine that usually comes back after the frost season. |
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Leaves
Leaves are alternate and variable in form,
generally heart-shaped; three-lobed or unlobed, with or without serrations at edges.
Flowers
Panicles of small, greenish, five-petaled flower in leaf axils.
Fruit
Clusters of purple to black edible
fruits appear from late summer to fall and varying in size and flavor by species.
Stem
Woody stem that climbs by tendrils
into and over the tops of nearby trees and other vegetation
Propagation
All Vitis species can
propagate by seeds, cuttings, and grafting.
Landscape usage
Wild Grape is a fast-growing vine that will cover an unsightly chain-link fence or make a
nice grape arbor shelter while providing food and shelter for birds and animals.
Interesting Facts
Wine made from Wild Grape vines is
said to taste slightly bitter, however the Vitis genus contains varieties that
make the finest wines in the world. |

Wild Grape
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Summary
Type: Vine
Salt Tolerant: Low
Height: N/A
Spread: 80 ft. +
Growth Rate: Slow at first, then
Fast
Light: Sun- part shade
Water: Low
Hardiness: High
Native: Yes
Wildlife: Yes
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For more detailed information on this
plant go to:
Volusia Extension |