Vitis ficifolia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Vitis ficifolia |
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Vitis
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ficifolia
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V. kaempferi K.Koch |
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Vitis ficifolia is a type of plant that grows like a vine. It belongs to the grape family, just like the grapes we eat! This plant is native to parts of Asia that have a temperate climate. This means these areas have four distinct seasons, not too hot and not too cold.
About the Vitis ficifolia Grape Vine
Vitis ficifolia is a special kind of plant called a liana. A liana is a woody vine that climbs up trees or other tall structures to reach sunlight. Think of it like a strong, flexible rope that grows from the ground and wraps around things.
Where This Vine Grows
This interesting grape vine is found in several countries in Asia. It grows naturally in:
- mainland China, in provinces like Hebei, Henan, Jiangsu, Shaanxi, Shandong, and Shanxi.
- Japan, across many prefectures including Hokkaido, Honshu, Kyushu, Shikoku, and the Ryukyu Islands.
- Taiwan.
- The Koreas (both North and South Korea).
This wide range shows that Vitis ficifolia can adapt to different conditions within the temperate climate zone.
