Reticulated grape facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Reticulated grape |
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Vitis
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wilsoniae
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The Reticulated Grape (Vitis wilsoniae), also known as the Net Veined Grape, is a cool climbing plant. It belongs to the grape family, just like the grapes you might eat! This special plant grows naturally in China.
You can find it in many Chinese provinces, like Anhui, Chongqing, Fujian, Gansu, Guizhou, Henan, Hubei, Hunan, Shaanxi, Sichuan, Yunnan, and Zhejiang. It loves to grow in places that are 400 to 2000 meters (about 1,300 to 6,500 feet) above sea level.
What is the Reticulated Grape?
The Reticulated Grape is a type of vine. This means it's a plant that climbs and spreads. It uses its long stems to grow up trees or other structures. It's known for its leaves, which have a pattern that looks like a net. This is why it's called the "net veined" or "reticulated" grape.
Where Does it Grow?
This grape plant is native to China. This means it grows there naturally and has for a very long time. It thrives in many different parts of China. These areas often have mountains and hills, which is where the plant likes to climb.
The plant grows at different heights above sea level. It can be found in lower areas at 400 meters. It also grows in higher places, up to 2000 meters. This shows how adaptable the Reticulated Grape can be.
How Was This Grape Discovered?
Scientists first officially described Vitis wilsoniae in 1909. This means they gave it its scientific name and wrote about it. This helps other scientists learn about new plants.
After 1909, other scientists also found this plant. They sometimes gave it different names by mistake. For example, it was called Vitis reticulata and Vitis marchandii. Later, scientists realized these were all the same plant. They then agreed on the name Vitis wilsoniae. This process helps keep plant names clear for everyone.
