Rhoicissus tridentata

Rhoicissus tridentata
Rhoicissus tridentata

Common names: Bushman's grape (English). 
Botanical name: Rhoicissus tridentata

Northern bushman’s grape, Rhoicissus tridentata, is a fast-growing, hardy, and drought-tolerant climber that produces edible, grape-like fruits and has trifoliate leaves. It attracts birds, mammals, and insects with its flowers and fruits, and is also a food source for caterpillars and game animals. The tuberous roots have medicinal properties and are used for various ailments, such as infertility, stomach problems, and menstrual pain. They are also depicted in San rock paintings. This plant can be grown from seed or cuttings and does well in full sun to shade. It is ideal for covering walls, fences, or pergolas, or as a groundcover or indoor plant.

Uses & Benefits: food, hedge, indoor, medicine, pot plant

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Family: Vitaceae
Type: climber
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