Vitis nesbittiana
Comeaux
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Summary
Source: WikipediaVitis nesbittiana is a species of liana in the grape family. It is native to central Mexico (Veracruz).
Description
A tropical vine in the Vitaceae family with edible fruit.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Mexico,
Dangerous Lookalikes
This plant can be confused with the following toxic species. Always verify identification carefully before consuming any wild plant.
Canadian Moonseed
Menispermum canadense
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Vitis nesbittiana
Vitis nesbittiana
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Canadian Moonseed: No tendrils, single crescent/moon-shaped seed, leaf stem attaches to underside of leaf.
Vitis nesbittiana: Vine with tendrils, round seeds, leaf stem at edge of leaf, bark that peels.
Also Known As
Bejuco de agua
References (1)
- Segura, S., et al, 2018, The edible fruit species in Mexico. Genet Resour Crop Evol (2018) 65:1767–1793
