RESEARCH - THE WHY

The muscadine grape and its variants have been recognized as useful to all cultures who have inhabited the lands of the southeastern United States.  Indian tribes used the muscadine for juice and for food.  The skin was used to dye or stain cloth.  The vines were used for baskets.

OTHER POINTS

• Presently, Scuppernongs, Magnolias, Ruby Reds, and other variants are used to make wines.

• Muscadine leaves may be eaten raw or cooked.

• Wild muscadines contain a high amount of the antioxidant Resveratrol. 

• Muscadine seeds are the basic active ingredient for several brands of capsules containing phytochemicals to address free radicals.