Arizona Grape
Vitis arizonica
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Vine |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Sun | Partial shade |
| Pollinators | Butterflies, bees |
| Has Spines | No |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
10-20' × 10-20' |
| Flowering Season | April-July |
| Flower Color | White |
| Minimum Temperature Range | -10 °F |
| Leaf Description | Heart shaped or three lobed with serrated edges |
| Fruit | Small grapes |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 2000-7500 ft. |
| Description | This native grape vine is a relative of those species utilized for wine and table grape consumption. The plants are dioecious (pollen and fruit bearing flowers on separate plants) and the grapes can range in flavor from insipid to quite tasty. Quality edible cultivars could likely be found by sampling grapes from various vines and propagating plants with good flavor. Look for this species in the mountainous portions of the state, growing in canyons and oak woodlands. Due to its riparian nature, this plant will enjoy generous waterings during the hot months. Around the time of the monsoon these plants are vulnerable to infestation by grape leaf skelotonizers (Harrisina spp.) but catching these caterpillars early and manually removing, treating with organic sprays, or just leaving the skeletonizers to do their work are all viable strategies. |
