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Vitis romanetii Deciduous climber (1 Page of 5) The Vitis romanetii plant species is found in E. Asia - China. It is a member of the Vitaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Vitis romanetii Family: Vitaceae Author: Romanet. ex Foex. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 10 Mature Width: Habitat: Thickets, 900 - 1200 metres in W. China.
Cultivation Notes: Prefers a deep rich moist well-drained moderately fertile loam[1, 200]. Grows best in a calcareous soil[200]. Requires a position in full sun[200].
This species is not hardy in the colder areas of the country[219]. Young growths and thin wood can be cut back by frosts[219].
Plants climb by means of tendrils[182].
Closely related to V. davidii[219].
Plants are rather tender in Britain when they are young, though older plants are hardy in most parts of the country[11].
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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