Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nuristanica
ID:
425068

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vassilcz.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 1966: 183 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000424400

Common Names

  • Viola iselensis
  • Viola isaurica
  • Vitis nuristanica

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Description

Vitis nuristanica (also called Nuristan Grape, among many other common names) is a perennial woody vine native to the Himalayas. It has a climbing habit and grows up to 10 m tall. Its leaves are ovate and up to 10 cm long. It grows in moist forests, along streams, and in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vitis nuristanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make jams, jellies, and wines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vitis nuristanica is small, yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vitis nuristanica is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to grow. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by seed or division and will self-seed in the garden.

Where to Find Vitis nuristanica

Vitis nuristanica can be found in the mountains of central Asia.

Vitis nuristanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vitis nuristanica?

Vitis nuristanica

What is the common name of Vitis nuristanica?

Nuristanica Grape

What is the natural habitat of Vitis nuristanica?

It is native to tropical Asia

Species in the Vitis genus

Vitis labrusca, Vitis metziana, Vitis giradiana, Vitis pedicellata, Vitis retordi, Vitis balansaeana, Vitis berlandieri, Vitis blancoi, Vitis amurensis, Vitis aestivalis, Vitis coignetiae, Vitis cardiophylla, Vitis tiliifolia, Vitis vinifera, Vitis rupestris, Vitis riparia, Vitis rotundifolia, Vitis vulpina, Vitis peninsularis, Vitis qinlingensis, Vitis nuristanica, Vitis jaegeriana, Vitis xunyangensis, Vitis saccharifera, Vitis doaniana, Vitis davidi, Vitis sinoternata, Vitis wenxianensis, Vitis arizonica, Vitis cinerea, Vitis flexuosa, Vitis bourgaeana, Vitis acerifolia, Vitis californica, Vitis girdiana, Vitis monticola, Vitis mustangensis, Vitis novae-angliae, Vitis palmata, Vitis shuttleworthii, Vitis jinzhainensis, Vitis novogranatensis, Vitis nesbittiana, Vitis biformis, Vitis bryoniifolia, Vitis romanetii, Vitis popenoei, Vitis longquanensis, Vitis luochengensis, Vitis yuenlingensis,

Species in the Vitaceae family

Acareosperma spireanum, Ampelocissus birii, Ampelocissus abyssinica, Ampelocissus acapulcensis, Ampelocissus acetosa, Ampelocissus aculeata, Ampelocissus africana, Ampelocissus amentaceus, Ampelocissus angolensis, Ampelocissus arachnoidea, Ampelocissus araneosa, Ampelocissus artemisiifolia, Ampelocissus ascendiflora, Ampelocissus banaensis, Ampelocissus barbata, Ampelocissus bombycina, Ampelocissus borneensis, Ampelocissus botryostachys, Ampelocissus butoensis, Ampelocissus capillaris, Ampelocissus cardiospermoides, Ampelocissus celebica, Ampelocissus chaffanjonii, Ampelocissus changensis, Ampelocissus cinnamomea, Ampelocissus complanata, Ampelocissus concinna, Ampelocissus debilis, Ampelocissus dekindtiana, Ampelocissus dichothrix, Ampelocissus dissecta, Ampelocissus divaricata, Ampelocissus dolichobotrys, Ampelocissus edulis, Ampelocissus elegans, Ampelocissus elephantina, Ampelocissus erdvendbergianus, Ampelocissus filipes, Ampelocissus floccosus, Ampelocissus frutescens, Ampelocissus gardineri, Ampelocissus gracilipes, Ampelocissus gracilis, Ampelocissus harmandii, Ampelocissus helferi, Ampelocissus hoabinhensis, Ampelocissus humulifolia, Ampelocissus imperialis, Ampelocissus indica, Ampelocissus iomalla,