Tag: Vitis rotundifolia

Native to the southeastern United States, Vitis rotundifolia is not only edible but also a favorite food source for both humans and wildlife. This vigorous, climbing vine, commonly known as the muscadine grape, offers a variety of culinary uses, from fresh fruit to jams and wines.

Wild muscadine grapes (Vitis rotundifolia) are a native Southern US fruit known to contain significantly more antioxidant power than many other grape varieties. While these nutrient-dense berries are perfectly safe to eat, proper identification is the most critical step for any aspiring forager, as they can be confused with a few toxic lookalikes.

According to Nutrivore, a single cup of raw muscadine grapes provides a staggering 192% of the daily value for manganese and 258% for riboflavin. While many are familiar with the grape's sweet pulp, its thick, often-discarded skin is an even more concentrated source of these nutrients and potent antioxidants.