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Evidence for early viticulture in China: proof of a grapevine (Vitis vinifera L., Vitaceae) in the Yanghai Tombs, Xinjiang
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Journal of Archaeological Science . Jul2009, Vol. 36 Issue 7, p1458-1465. 8p. - Publication Year :
- 2009
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Abstract
- Abstract: A stem was discovered in the Yanghai Tombs, Turpan District in Xinjiang, China. Anatomical features showed it to be of grape (Vitis vinifera L.). Radiocarbon dating indicates it to be nearly 2300 years old, which would suggest that there was grape cultivation at least from that time. To date, this is the earliest physical evidence of V. vinifera cultivation in China. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 03054403
- Volume :
- 36
- Issue :
- 7
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Archaeological Science
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 39359975
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jas.2009.02.010