Crimson Glory Vine (Vitis coignetiae)

Family: Vitaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Vitis coignetiae is a deciduous Climber growing to 20 m (65ft) by 20 m (65ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from June to July, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries, Leaves, Shoots

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant flavour. — Fruit - raw or dried for winter use.; The fruit is about 12mm in diameter and is carried in bunches, but it is scarcely edible.; Young leaves are wrapped around other foods and then baked, they impart a pleasant flavour.; Young tendrils - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Grows into trees in forests. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)