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Originating in Asia, Porcelain Berry vine is related to our grapevines, which are all native. Porcelain Berry has become an invasive threat in many eastern states, including Maryland. It can grow in most soils, and is especially common in open, exposed habitats, such as disturbed sites, edges of forests and ponds, along stream banks, in thickets, and in waste places. It is not found in permanently wet areas and does not thrive in the heavy shade of mature forest interiors. Porcelain Berry climbs over shrubs and small trees, sometimes killing them by blocking sunlight (Swearingen, et al., 2010).

Porcelain Berry is a deciduous, woody, perennial that can be confused with our native grapes (See U.S. Department of the Interior, National Capital Region Network, Native Grapes Resource Brief). Porcelain Berry climbs by non-adhesive tendrils at the base of each leaf, and has brightly colored berries of various colors, ranging from pale pink to dark blue and purplish red.

Birds love the fruits and spread the seeds widely.