Riverbank grape
Vitis riparia
Family: Vitaceae
What it is like
A climbing or scrambling plant. It grows 12 m high and spreads 3-6 m wide. The leaves usually have 3 lobes. They are shiny green and have teeth along the edge. The flowers have a sweet scent. The fruit are purple-black and round. They are tart but edible. There are sweet varieties.
There are 60 to 70 species of Vitis.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows along streams and in woodland. It suits hardiness zones 2-8.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, Canada, India, Mexico, North America, Slovenia, USA
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten raw or dried. They can be used for jams or jellies. They are best after the first frost. Sap of the vine is used as a drink.
Edible parts
Fruit, leaves, sap
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seeds or cuttings.
Its other names
Local names
Ban angur, Dhoto pako, Frost grape, Riparija, Riverside grape, Uva riparia, Wild grape vine