Ampelopsis glandulosa
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Ampelopsis glandulosa

Hairy Porcelainberry · Amur Peppervine · Porcelain Berry · Porcelain Vine · Amur pepper vine

Tier 2 Difficulty: easy Water: low Light: partial_sun Toxicity: low
Temperature
5–35 °C
Soil pH
5–6
Hardiness
Zone 5–9
Click count
505
Observations
109

Description

Source: leafsnap

Ampelopsis glandulosa is a species of plant native to China, Japan, India, Nepal, Myanmar, Vietnam, and the Philippines.

🌳 Porcelain Berry, or Porcelain berry, isn't only pleasing to the eye — it also has practical uses. Surprisingly, some resourceful winemakers have transformed its berries into a singular wine, recognized for its distinctive taste and aroma. Although it is an invasive species in many regions, the berries provide an outstanding source of organic paint, yielding a spectrum of captivating colors from pinks to purples and blues, much to the pleasure of eco-conscious artists.

🎭 Appreciation and compassion

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Partial sun

Porcelain Berry grows best in a spot with a balanced mix of sun and shade. It can endure a wide range of light conditions—from deep shade to full sun—but it develops most robustly in moderate light. Too little or too much light may limit its growth. In the wild it occupies varied light environments, demonstrating its adaptability.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 5–35°C

In its native habitat, porcelain Berry does best at temperatures between 50 to 95 ℉ (10 to 35 ℃). It is a temperate woody plant that can withstand temperatures as low as 41 ℉ (5 ℃). In hotter periods, it benefits from shading or misting to cool the leaves and avoid stress. In colder periods, it may require protection from frost and severe temperature drops.

Ideal temperature: 5–35°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 5-6
Soil pH: 5-6
🌱 Fertilizer

Fertilize your Porcelain Berry in early spring to encourage healthy growth. Consistent fertilization improves the plant’s overall health, producing vigorous growth, increased tolerance of challenging conditions, and stronger resistance to diseases and pests. Stick to a set fertilization schedule for your Porcelain Berry to maintain vibrant, deeply colored foliage and a lush appearance.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Vine
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Ampelopsis
Family
Vitaceae
Hardiness Zone
5-9
Mature Height
6.1 m
Mature Spread
2.13 m to 3.96 m
Leaf Color
Green, Yellow
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Green, White, Yellow
Flower Size
1.52 cm to 2.54 cm
Bloom Time
Early summer, Mid summer
Planting Time
Spring
Harvest Time
Mid summer, Late summer
Native Area
China

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Common Names (5)

en Hairy Porcelainberry
en Amur Peppervine
en Porcelain Berry
en Porcelain Vine
en Amur pepper vine