Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Vitaceae

Genus:

Vitis

Species:

Vitis mustangensis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Vine

Height:

More than 40 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun

Bloom Colors:

White, Red

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★★☆☆☆ Based on number of butterfly and moth species using this genus as host plant (Source: National Wildlife Federation)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

Commonly found in rocky or sandy areas

Germination Information