Sand Grape (Vitis rupestris)

Family: Vitaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Vitis rupestris is a deciduous Climber growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). 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. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries, Leaves

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

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant flavour. — Fruit - raw or dried for winter use.; A pleasant flavour.; The fruit is about 6 - 12mm in diameter and is borne in reasonable sized bunches.; Young leaves are wrapped around other foods and then baked, they impart a pleasant flavour.

Habitat & North American Range

Sandy banks, shores, hills etc. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)