Sugar Grape, Sand Grape

Vitisrupestris

Family
Vitaceae (vee-TAY-see-ee)
Genus
Vitis (VEE-tiss)
Species
rupestris (rue-PES-tris)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Deciduous
Height
30-40 ft. (9-12 m)
Hardiness
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Other Details
Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Perennials
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Remove fleshy coating on seeds before storing
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

De Leon, Texas

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De Leon, TX (Zone 8a) | October 2010 | positive

I see a lot of other native grapes but rarely see sand grape. I found a very large expanse of it growing out of the boulders of a highway...Read More

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