Frost Grape (Vitis cordifolia)

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

Vitis cordifolia is a deciduous Climber growing to 20 m (65ft 7in) 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 May to June, 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

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

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant flavour. — Fruit - raw, cooked or dried for winter use.; They are said to be unpalatable until they have been touched by frost.; The fruit is about 8 - 12mm in diameter and is produced in fairly large bunches.; Young leaves are wrapped around other foods and then baked, they impart a pleasant flavour.

Habitat & North American Range

River banks, bottom lands and rich thickets. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)