Hubei grape facts for kids

Vitis silvestrii, also known as the Hubei grape, is a special type of grape plant. It grows naturally in the forests of western Hubei and southern Shaanxi in China. This plant is found on mountain slopes, usually between 300 and 1200 meters above sea level.

What is the Hubei Grape?

The Hubei grape is a plant that belongs to the grape family. It is known for its unique way of having male and female parts. Some plants have both male and female flowers, while others have only male or only female flowers. The Hubei grape has flowers that appear in May. The male flowers have tiny, undeveloped female parts.

Where Does the Hubei Grape Grow?

This grape species is native to specific parts of China. You can find it on the wooded slopes in the western areas of Hubei province. It also grows in the southern parts of Shaanxi province. These regions are known for their diverse plant life and varying elevations.

How Was the Hubei Grape Discovered?

The Hubei grape was named silvestrii to honor a special person. He was Reverend C. Silvestri, an Italian plant collector. Reverend Silvestri was very good at finding and collecting different types of flowering plants. He was the one who collected this specific grape species on July 3, 1907. The name silvestrii was chosen to remember his important work in botany.