Vitis thunbergii (Vitaceae) Deciduous climber

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Vitis thunbergii
Deciduous climber
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The Vitis thunbergii plant species is found in E. Asia - Japan, Korea. It is a member of the Vitaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as V. sieboldii.

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Latin Name:  Vitis thunbergii
Family:  Vitaceae
Author:  Sieb.&Zucc.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  5   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Thickets in hills and mountains all over Japan[58].

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 a poor doer at Kew, it grows weakly and suffers lots of die-back[11]. 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].Requires a sheltered position[182]. Plants in this genus are notably susceptible to honey fungus[200].

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