The common grape vine from Köhler’s Medicinal Plants / Vitis vinifera

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This is a digital image of Vitis vinifera, with yhe common name grape vine. The image is sourced from Köhler's Medicinal Plants of 1887.

Vitis vinifera, commonly known as the European grapevine, is a species of grapevine that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is an economically important plant, as it is primarily used for wine production. Vitis vinifera has a global distribution due to its commercial significance, and different varieties have been developed over time to suit varying tastes and climates. The plant requires warm temperatures and moderate rainfall to grow successfully, with well-drained soil providing ideal conditions. Vitis vinifera produces both male and female flowers on separate plants, which are then pollinated by wind or insects. The grapevines can be propagated through a variety of techniques including grafting and cutting, allowing for mass production around the world. Despite its global importance in wine production, Vitis vinifera populations are threatened by pests such as phylloxera and fungal diseases like powdery mildew. As such, there have been significant efforts made towards developing disease-resistant varieties of grapevines via organic farming techniques or genetic modification.