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Vitis ficifolia (Vitis ficifolia)

Vitis ficifolia, a deciduous vine native to East Asia, is recognized for its distinctive fig-like leaves and edible fruit, though not widely cultivated.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun for best growth and fruiting, but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods and fruiting.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile loam is ideal. Tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures, with a preferred range for active growth.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed annually in spring with a balanced fertilizer or compost.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for best growth and fruiting, but tolerates partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in very hot climates.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods and fruiting.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile loam is ideal. Tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures, with a preferred range for active growth.

Tolerates light frost once dormant.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed annually in spring with a balanced fertilizer or compost.

Avoid excessive nitrogen.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Vine

Plant Category

Fruit, Foliage

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

5-10 m

Spread

3-5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lobed

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Synonyms
Cissus labrusca Kuntze
Vitis kaempferi K.Koch
Vitis thunbergii Siebold & Zucc.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderVitales
  • familyVitaceae
  • genusVitis
  • speciesVitis ficifolia
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

Yes

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