Vitis californica California grape (Vitaceae) Deciduous climber

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Vitis californica
California grape
Deciduous climber
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The Vitis californica plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - Oregon to California. It is a member of the Vitaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as California grape.

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Latin Name:  Vitis californica
Common Name:  California grape
Family:  Vitaceae
Author:  Benth.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  9   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Stream banks and canyons below 1200 metres[71].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a deep rich moist well-drained moderately fertile loam[1, 200]. Grows best in a calcareous soil[200]. Succeeds in sun or partial shade though a warm sunny position is required for the fruit to ripen[200]. The young growth in spring can be damaged by late frosts. Plants climb by means of tendrils[182]. Any pruning should be carried out in winter when the plants are dormant otherwise they bleed profusely[182, 200]. Plants in this genus are notably susceptible to honey fungus[200].

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