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Bush Grape Fruit Plant (Odontocarya acuparata)

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Bush Grape Fruit Plant (Odontocarya acuparata): A Rare Medicinal Vine with Sweet Rewards

Common Names: Capeba, Snake Vine, Caboclo Berry, Gentile Grape, Yellow Bush Grape, Orange Bush Grape, Apa River Grape, Jabuticaba of the Yellow Vine, Jaboticaba of the Orange Vine

Botanical Name: Odontocarya acuparata

A Natural Treasure from South America

The Bush Grape, locally known as Capeba, is an extraordinary climbing vine native to the lush forests of South America. Belonging to the Menispermaceae family, this liana is easily identified by its unique adventitious roots that descend like ropes from its nodes, often touching the ground and rooting wherever they land. These natural characteristics make it a striking plant for gardens while also serving as a source of food and traditional medicine.

Nutritional Value & Culinary Uses

Bush Grape fruits are small, round, and pleasantly sweet with a gelatinous, sticky pulp that can be savored fresh. Traditionally, the fruits are also used in preparing refreshing liqueurs and beverages, giving them a unique place in regional cuisines. Being naturally sweet, the fruits provide quick energy and hydration, making them a light and healthy choice for snacking.

Traditional & Medicinal Importance

Capeba has been revered for centuries in folk medicine across South America. The plant is often harvested from the wild for its therapeutic potential. Its parts, especially roots and fruits, are believed to aid digestion, improve vitality, and support general wellness. Local communities have long considered it a healing plant, blending both cultural and medicinal significance into its use.

Health Benefits

  • Rich in natural antioxidants that help fight free radicals.

  • Supports digestive health and eases stomach-related discomfort.

  • Boosts immunity through naturally occurring phytochemicals.

  • Hydrating and nourishing, owing to its juicy pulp.

  • Energy-giving fruit, suitable for those needing quick refreshment.

Cultivation & Maintenance

Growing a Bush Grape plant is not overly demanding.

  • Blooming & Fruiting: Usually starts within 1–2 years of planting.

  • Maintenance: Moderate, with basic care such as regular watering, organic manure, and a support system for its climbing growth.

  • Adaptability: Well-suited for tropical and sub-tropical gardens, where it can thrive with minimal intervention.

Why Add Bush Grape to Your Garden?

This plant is more than just an exotic curiosity—it’s a blend of ornamental beauty, nutritional goodness, and medicinal richness. With its rope-like roots and quick growth, it creates a unique garden feature, while its fruits provide both taste and wellness. Whether for traditional health practices or simply to enjoy a rare South American fruit, the Bush Grape offers something truly special.

Conclusion

The Bush Grape Fruit Plant (Odontocarya acuparata) is a rare addition for plant lovers who value natural remedies, unique fruits, and garden diversity. At Veliyath Gardens, this medicinal vine is available for cultivation, giving you the chance to grow a plant that carries centuries of tradition and healing. By bringing this plant home, you not only enjoy its sweet fruits but also preserve a piece of nature’s medicinal heritage.

🌱 Available now at Veliyath Gardens – bring home the Bush Grape and enrich your garden with a fruit that unites flavor, tradition, and wellness.

Planting and Care

Blooming & Fruiting: Usually starts within 1–2 years of planting.

Maintenance: Moderate, with basic care such as regular watering, organic manure, and a support system for its climbing growth.

Special Feature

Rich in natural antioxidants that help fight free radicals.

Supports digestive health and eases stomach-related discomfort.

Boosts immunity through naturally occurring phytochemicals.

Hydrating and nourishing, owing to its juicy pulp.

Uses/Benefits

It’s a blend of ornamental beauty, nutritional goodness, and medicinal richness. With its rope-like roots and quick growth, it creates a unique garden feature, while its fruits provide both taste and wellness.