Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Vitaceae

Genus:

Vitis

Species:

Vitis rupestris

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Vine

Height:

8-12 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun, jul

Bloom Colors:

White

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Arkansas, California, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia

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:

rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

thrives in rocky riverbanks and hillsides

Germination Information