Califonia Wild grape, California grape
Vitis californica
Family: Vitaceae
What it is like
A vine. It grows 9 m high and spreads 4.5-9 m wide. The leaves are large and rounded or heart shaped. Sometimes they have 3 lobes. The leaves turn rich red in autumn. The fruit are small and black.
There are 60 to 70 species of Vitis.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows in clearings in forests. It suits hardiness zones 7-9.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Mexico, North America, USA
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten raw or dried. They can be made into jelly, pies, and wine. The tendrils are eaten raw. The boiled leaves are used to wrap other foods.
It has been an important food.
Edible parts
Fruit, leaves
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seeds or cuttings.
Its other names
Local names
Uva