P h o t o b y W o f f o r d a n d C h e s t e r @ T E N N
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Habitat:
Mesic to wet woodland borders.
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Species Description:
Woody vine.
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Phenology:
Flowering Period: Early May to late July.
Fruiting Period: Early August to late October.
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Additional Information at NatureServe
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Diagnostic Characteristics:
Vitis labrusca has branched tendrils and the bark is shreddy. The tendrils are present at 3 or more consecutive nodes. Leaves are reddish wooly on the lower side. The fruit a large, > 15 cm.
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Management:
Disturbance such as ATV trails, timber removal or any activity that results in increased erosion and weed invasion will be detrimental.
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Global Range:
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Known Kentucky Occurrences:
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