Vitis riparia (Native)

Habitat: Floodplain forests, alluvial swamps, riverbanks, sand and gravel bar woodlands, riverside prairies, upland forests and clearings adjacent to rivers. Rather infrequent but widely distributed throughout Virginia; mostly along large streams and rivers, locally common in some watersheds.

Wildlife Value: They are a food source for insects, songbirds, game birds, waterfowl, and mammals.

Edibility: The berries are sour until the first frost then they become sweeter. They may be eaten fresh, dried, or made into jellies or wine. It is important to properly identify the berries before ingestion.