Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Palmately lobed with 5 distinct lobes
Margin
Serrate to dentate
Arrangement
Alternate with a slender petiole
Venation
Palmate venation with prominent veins radiating from the base
Key Features
Rounded outline with deep basal sinus and serrated palmately lobed margins
Description
Woody vine climbing via tendrils with flaky bark, bearing small clustered flowers followed by fleshy berries that change color as they mature
Habitat
Thrives in full sun with well-drained, fertile soils and moderate moisture
Native Range
Native to the Mediterranean region and Central Asia, widely cultivated globally
Identified on 10/16/2026