Taifi grapes: reviews, where it grows, a description of the variety, growing rules

Which is more useful - dark or light

There are about 8 thousand varieties of this plant on Earth. We have to choose a maximum of ten to one and a half options when we go around fruit rows in large markets, for example, in central Russia.

What are the healthiest grapes? According to scientific evidence, dark grapes are more beneficial than light ones.

Blue, black and red species have an anticarcinogenic effect on the body, dark grape varieties have beneficial properties for the heart and blood vessels.

Greens have another advantage: they improve digestion, nutritionists recommend them to those who are afraid of gaining weight.

Of the light varieties, Lady's finger, Chardonnay, Kishmish, Muscat, Delight, Chasla are popular.

Known dark varieties: Isabella, Lydia, Cabernet, Sauvignon. The most popular pink variety is Taifi (often referred to as "Typhoon" by salespeople).

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Growing areas

The Taifi variety is most widespread in Uzbekistan and Central Asia, from where it originated. The warm and arid climate of these regions is best suited for growing the variety. The southern regions of Russia are also suitable for cultivating the Taifi variety, but strict adherence to agricultural techniques is required.

In Central Russia, and even more so in the northern regions, getting a good harvest of this variety is problematic. Cold winters, even when sheltered, are detrimental to the plant. Given that it is quite common in Central Asian regions, it is cheaper to bring it from there than to grow it.

In Central Russia, and even more so in the northern regions, getting a good harvest of this variety is problematic. Cold winters, even when sheltered, are detrimental to the plant. Given that it is quite common in Central Asian regions, it is cheaper to bring it from there than to grow it.

The history of the selection of grapes "taifi"

It is believed that this variety was brought to Central Asia through the port of Taef, to which the grape owes its name. This happened between the 7th-8th century AD. BC, when this grape began to be grown in the districts of cities such as Samarkand and Bukhara, and only then, after long cultivation and tremendous success, "tayfi" began to spread throughout the world.

A bunch of grapes "taifi"

Appearance

Grape leaves are large enough, dark green, usually rounded. They have 5 blades with large triangular barbs at the ends. The shoot axis is dark red.

The bunches of this grape are large, cone-shaped with lateral branches. They can reach sizes of about 18x30 cm. The largest clusters grow in Uzbekistan - they weigh about 7 kg.

The berries themselves are quite large in size, as a rule, 20x30 mm with minor differences. They are in the form of a cylinder or oval.The color of the berries is pink, with a slightly purple tint, but the intensity of the color can vary depending on the region where the grape variety grows. There is a groove on the top of the berry, which is a characteristic feature of the "taifi". The skin is quite elastic, covered with wax, and has a green-pink color inside.

The characteristics that are characteristic of the "taifi" grapes include:

large bush size;
brownish-red color of the shoots;
dark green color of smooth leaves with grooves;
large bunches;
large size of pink-purple berries, the top of which is somewhat truncated.

general description

What is he like, this "tayfi" grape? The description of the variety by specialists, presented below, indicates that it is a well-studied object of viticulture.

Where does it grow?

It is in Uzbekistan and in the south of Kazakhstan that it is easier to grow "tayfi" grapes, where other varieties grow that require active insolation and the absence of pronounced frosts. It is also found in the middle lane, but requires more careful care due to climatic features.

With bones or not?

Fruits usually contain seeds, the number of which varies from 1 to 3 - as a rule, "tayfi" grapes with seeds. Or there are no seeds, but this is a rarity and is not a quality criterion, because in the reference description of this variety it is indicated that about 2% of one average bunch is made up of seeds.

What taste?

The taste of tayfi grapes is regarded as refreshing and tart. Astringency is very weak. The pulp itself is juicy, has a dense, elastic and rich consistency. The berries are juicy - the juice yield from them is 70%. There is also a certain correlation between the palatability, which becomes brighter and more intense, and the residence time and berries on the bush.

What species does it belong to?

Taifi is of two types:

Taifi is white;
Typhi pink.

White and pink Taifi are classified as a table variety. They can also be attributed to the winemaking type.

The wine turns out like this:

Strong;
Dining room;
Dessert.

The wine grapes also include Krasin, Montepulciano and Merlot.

Also, Taifi is highly adaptable to transport conditions and is often grown commercially.

It has a long shelf life. Taifi can be refrigerated for up to six months.

Amirkhan, Zagrava and Libya can also boast of a long shelf life.

Varieties of varieties

The Taifi variety has three types, the main difference of which is the color of the berries.

Typhi pink. The berries are pink in color, they are covered with a thick bloom and have a sweet and slightly tart taste.
Taifi is white. The berries are white with a pinkish tinge, the flesh is juicy and crispy.
Typhoid black is a rather rare species. Indicators of frost resistance are slightly higher than those of the other two species. The berries are dark blue and sugary sweet.

All species have almost identical characteristics.

Taifi white with a pink tint

The most common grape is Taifi pink. Its main difference lies in the color and taste of the berries.

Pests and diseases

White and pink grapes differ in their characteristics. But some of their properties are still equal:

berries contain a large amount of essential substances (organic acids, mineral salts, vitamins C, P, A, group B, micro- and macroelements, amino acids);
have a tonic, tonic and refreshing effect;
necessary for the normal functioning of the liver and kidneys; helps to restore the body after possible physical or sensory stress;
help to restore the body from infectious diseases;
normalize sleep, helps to strengthen the central nervous system.

If consumed excessively, the variety can cause digestive upset.

At a later date, it is better to limit the use of grapes by pregnant women. Juice can cause unnecessary fermentation in the intestinal system, and out of season berries can contain terrible chemicals.

The sun bunch has an effect on almost all vital organs of a person:

thins the blood, reducing the risk of blood clots;

reduces the amount of cholesterol in the blood;

it has a diuretic effect, reduces the acidity of urine (this is important for the kidneys);

strengthens the immune system;

improves the functioning of the digestive system, tones up peristalsis;

heals a sore throat, is useful for pneumonia, bronchitis;

improves intellectual ability.

Of the harmful effects, experts note the unpleasant, sometimes painful fermentation that occurs during the digestion of food with a high acidity of the stomach. To avoid this, you need to eat berries without the skin.

For the prevention of diseases, treatments are carried out with special preparations. Experienced gardeners advise planting a rose bush next to the crop, which can be subject to similar diseases. In this case, the rose will play the role of an indicator, being exposed to the disease a couple of weeks earlier, which will allow taking appropriate measures and protecting the vineyard.

It should be noted that the cultivation of this grape crop is more suitable for professional gardeners. It should not be planted by those who do not have sufficient knowledge of caring for this plant.

Due to the fact that the Taifi variety has a weak resistance to diseases and pests, it is necessary to regularly treat it with special chemicals.

Taifi grapes are very attractive not only for their high yield, but also for the size of the bunches and berries. High palatability allows using it not only as table grapes, but also makes it suitable for winemaking and the production of juice and jam.

Due to its thermophilicity, this variety is grown in Uzbekistan and Central Asia. Only the southern regions are suitable for Russia. In a warm and mild climate and with proper care, the Taifi grapes will yield a rich harvest of elegant bunches every year. These grapes are not only a delicious treat, but also have health benefits.

Landing

A heat-loving plant prefers areas with an abundance of light and no drafts. To grow a vineyard at home, you should choose the southern or south-western side of the site. You can choose a building wall or a blank fence. The plant is not whimsical to soil and grows even on soil with a high salt content. The main thing is to choose a place with a low content of groundwater, no higher than 1.5 meters, in order to avoid decay of the root system. To increase the yield, it is recommended to fertilize the soil with humus mixed with soil.

You can start planting in spring or autumn. Pits for this must be prepared in advance. To do this, dig them 2.5 m between bushes and 3.0 m between rows. The depth should be at least 80 cm. First, a drainage layer of rubble is poured, then humus mixed with earth. In the center, a support is installed for garter vines.

Benefits from use

An interesting question is how the tayfi grapes affect the body. Virtually any type of grape has benefits and harms, and tayfi is no exception.

Vitamin composition is the main thing that grapes "tayfi" are useful for, because vitamins are best absorbed and metabolized, which are ingested with food, and not with medications. Taifi contains fat-soluble vitamins E and K, water-soluble vitamins B and C, each of which has miraculous properties.

Vitamin E, or tocopherol, is considered a powerful antioxidant. Consuming tocopherol with grapes provides anti-tumor protection and optimal functioning of other parts of the immune system. This is due to the fact that tocopherol is involved in the stimulation of T-lymphocytes and B-lymphocytes that produce antibodies. Also, this vitamin has a positive effect on the reproductive system and is necessary for women during pregnancy.

Vitamins of the K group take part in the process of coagulation, bone formation. Given the ability of vitamin K to affect calcium metabolism, eating foods like the "tayfi" grapes is the prevention of osteoporosis, especially in the climacteric and postmenopausal periods. An antitumor effect has also been observed and has been studied in relation to hepatocellular carcinoma and prostate carcinoma.

The function of B vitamins is diverse. For example, vitamin B12, or cobalamin, is involved in hematopoiesis (synthesis of blood cells) and in the myelination of nerve fibers. When using vitamins of this group with grapes and its derivatives, we help prevent B12-deficiency anemia, normal transmission of nerve impulses.

The immunomodulatory effect of tayfi grapes is due to the presence of vitamin C in it, which also contributes to adequate tissue regeneration. The same vitamin has an angioprotective effect, preventing the development of atherosclerotic changes in the vascular wall.

Is it possible harm to the body?

The "taifi", like any food product, has its disadvantages and contraindications for use:

It is not recommended to eat it during feeding - it has an inhibitory effect on the lactation process.
"Taifi" promotes the secretion of gastric juice, therefore it should not be used by people with high acidity, already established gastritis or gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer.
It can cause an allergic reaction, so people with a history of allergies should be careful.
Any grape variety should be eaten with great care by people who have been diagnosed with diabetes.

For adult men and women

Grapes (especially with seeds) are essential for women's health: they contain substances that can inhibit the formation of tumors and the development of breast and uterine cancers.

This fruit protects vigorous sunbathers from the harmful effects of the sun.

Also helps women with migraines: To avoid debilitating headaches, start your morning with a glass of freshly squeezed juice.

For men, grapes increase strength. According to Indian scientists, it even treats male infertility.

To confirm this assumption, interviews were conducted with a group of volunteers experiencing these problems. The results of observations have confirmed that the hypothesis put forward is true.

Chemical composition, calorie content per 100 g, nutritional value, glycemic index

vitamins (group B, but there is also ascorbic acid);

sugar (most of all - glucose);

organic acids (eg citric, malic);

The glycemic index (an indicator of the rate of increase in the amount of glucose in the body after consuming a product) for grapes ranges from 45 to 55 units.

GI is high, low and medium. Our grapes are included in the "middle group".

Nutritional value of 100 g of product - 15.4 g of carbohydrates, 0.6 g of proteins and fats each, dietary fiber - 1.6 g.

For kids

Pediatricians do not deprive children of the opportunity to enjoy delicious food. Doctors believe that a child needs the freshest grapes and raisins, as they are loaded with calcium, which is necessary for bone growth.

As a high-calorie food, grapes help weak children gain weight and strengthen the immune system.

With its help, you can cleanse the body of various harmful substances, and if the child suffers from constipation, this problem will be solved. You can not use it with dairy products and soft drinks, so as not to provoke a violent reaction in the child's body.

Recommendations for use

Now you know whether grapes are good for pregnant women, children, men and women, in which one is more useful - dark or light, you are aware of the potential dangers of the fruit. How many grapes can you eat in one go?

Nutritionists consider a 100-gram serving a day beneficial for health. It is recommended to be eaten with seeds and skin.

The bones have a large supply of various oils and vitamins that contribute to rejuvenation. The peel helps to rid the body of toxins.

The time of eating berries should be taken into account by people who are struggling with overweight.

It is best to eat grapes separately from other dishes. If it is served at the end of a hearty meal, all of its calories will go to the waist. A person will begin to gain weight literally before our eyes.

This problem can occur when consuming berries at night. It is important that 3-4 hours remain before sleep, then the product will not leave "additional accumulations" in the body.

Inducing fermentation, it interferes with normal sleep.

In cooking

This fruit has provided a person with several products. They are used for food and for the preparation of various dishes: juice, wine, raisins, vinegar. Many different dishes are prepared with him, including for a festive table, buffets.

Here's a fruit salad recipe. For him, large grapes are cut into halves, tangerines are sorted into slices, peeled apples are cut into thin slices.

All ingredients are mixed, put in a salad bowl and poured with sour cream.

For charlotte with grapes, Kishmish is used. Mix the dough with a mixer (2 eggs, 150 g each of flour and sugar, apple cider vinegar, soda, cinnamon, nutmeg).

Pour half of the dough into the prepared form, spread the Kishmish on it, then pour the rest of the dough. Bake for an hour in the oven.

Fruit puree soup is prepared using a blender. Beat 3 cups fresh strawberries, half a glass of white grapes, 1 tbsp.natural yogurt, a third of a glass of sugar.

The resulting puree is removed for two hours in the refrigerator. Before serving, pour a teaspoon of olive oil into each portion, sprinkle with black pepper, put a few slices of beautifully chopped strawberries.

Slimming

Despite the high calorie content of this fruit, it is actively used in weight loss diets. The main thing is to find a suitable low-calorie variety, usually white grapes.

Here's a three-day mono diet:

1st day - eat 0.5 kg of grapes, divided into 6 servings and washed down with herbal tea;
2nd day - 1.5 kg of berries and tea;
3rd day - 2 kg of berries and tea.

Why do experts choose grapes?

Firstly, it is an excellent antidepressant, and the need to restore peace of mind, to gain self-confidence is experienced by all those who are “losing weight”.

Secondly, this berry contains a hormone involved in fat burning. Thirdly, the fruit effectively breaks down toxins, frees internal organs from them.

Traditional medicine has long used grapes to treat diseases:

a decoction of dried berries, supplemented with onion juice, is used for bronchitis;
powder from dried leaves - during uterine bleeding;
for periodontal disease, homemade toothpaste is prepared from ground bones and camphor;
in case of gout, according to a special "schedule", they drink juice, an infusion of grape leaves;
juice is treated for atherosclerosis - they drink three glasses a day (starting treatment with one glass and gradually increasing the dose);
sore throat is treated with a decoction of dried leaves - rinses 3-4 times a day;
heal purulent wounds with powder from dried leaves.

An unusual recipe is used to treat the kidneys and urinary tract. Raisins are stuffed with black peppercorns. Eat 5-6 of these raisins three times a day. The duration of treatment is 10 days.

To treat a lingering cough, take 100 g of raisins, pour a glass of water, boil over low heat for five minutes. Wring out. A teaspoon of lemon juice is added to the resulting broth. During the day, you need to drink half a glass of this remedy several times.

To strengthen the heart muscle, an infusion is prepared from the leaves of this plant. They (after cutting) fill a three-liter jar, add water to it, insist for 4 days.

The remedy helps if you drink it in half a glass before meals three times during the day.

Slimming

1st day - eat 0.5 kg of grapes, divided into 6 servings and washed down with herbal tea;

2nd day - 1.5 kg of berries and tea;

3rd day - 2 kg of berries and tea.

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Agricultural rules

It is, in principle, easy to grow the Taifi Pink variety - this grape is unpretentious. The only thing that a vine needs for normal development is a suitable climate. Given the low frost resistance of the variety, its love of the sun and long growing season, Taifi grapes are not recommended to be grown in temperate climates.

Landing

Cuttings of the Taifi Pink variety are distinguished by strong growth and good survival rate. Usually there are no problems with planting this variety. For grapes, it is recommended to choose a plot on the south or southwest side, to place the vine near the wall of the house, outbuilding, capital fence.

The distance between adjacent bushes should be at least three meters - you should take into account the high height of the bushes and their spreading. Planting holes can be prepared six months before planting, or at least a couple of weeks. The depth of the hole should be at least 50 cm, and its diameter should be about 60 cm.

The bottom of the planting pit is lined with drainage material, and a layer of river sand is poured on top. The extracted soil should be mixed with fertilizers.For Taifi grapes, a lot of fertilizer is not required, a bucket of humus and a liter of wood ash are enough.

After a couple of weeks, the fertilizers will be compacted, and you can start planting. It is recommended to soak the cuttings in water or in a growth stimulator for a couple of days. Immediately after planting, it is necessary to install a support near the cutting, since the vine of this grape is very tall.

Compared to local varieties, eastern Taifi is more capricious and demanding, so you need to look after it a little differently:

The variety is very fond of water (although it tolerates periods of drought normally), so the vine will have to be watered often. It is most convenient to use special drip irrigation systems for irrigation. If there are no such systems, the grapes are watered at the root. Watering is especially important before flowering and immediately after flowering.
You don't need to feed Typy Pink often. In the fall, you can use organic matter in the form of compost, humus, wood ash, cow dung or bird droppings. During the summer season, the variety responds well to potassium-phosphorus fertilization, which is performed after the flowering of the vine.
The soil around the vine must be loosened regularly. The work of the grower can significantly facilitate mulch. Organic mulch protects the soil from drying out and fertilizes the soil at the same time.
Pruning Taifi Pink can be done in the spring or fall when the vine is dormant. Fan pruning is recommended for this variety. You need to trim it into three or four sleeves according to the principle of medium trimming (leaving 5-6 buds on each shoot). To increase yields, you can try long pruning with 7-8 buds. Large grapes do not tolerate excessive stress, therefore rationing in this case plays a significant role.
Due to the disposition of Taifi to disease, preventive treatment of the vine will have to be carried out several times per season. The bushes should be sprayed before flowering and immediately after flowering ends. Especially often these grapes are affected by fungal infections, so the use of insecticides is imperative.

How to choose a good one and check its quality

To appreciate the taste of a product, of course, you have to try it. But this is at home. And what to do in the store?

See that the bunch is whole, the berries are dense, shiny. There should be very little moisture on them - only drops of condensation formed due to the temperature difference in the refrigerator where they were stored and on the counter from which they are sold.

There should be no dents, darkening, plaque. A sign of freshness is the green color of the stalks.

In terms of ripeness, the clue is this: black varieties cannot have a hint of a green tint, the berries of green varieties should be yellowish, transparent.

Do not be tempted to buy a bunch of grapes in winter from trays right on the street: it may turn out to be frost-bitten, but it will look beautiful, but somewhat unusual, like a fake - matte, opaque.

At home, it turns out that this is indeed a "dummy" - tasteless, without a scent.

Testimonials

Andrey, Rostov region

Pink Taifi is the most favorite grape variety. From year to year it pleases with excellent harvests. It tastes good, the clusters are large, beautiful. The color intensity varies from year to year. Sugar berries gain more if they are removed later. They do not crumple or rot, they are oval in shape, and the bunch is loose.

Tifi pink is very popular with us. It is grown by many growers. My berries are round, conical clusters, expanded at the top. The lateral ramifications are well developed. The taste depends on the place of cultivation, astringency may be present. The pulp is crispy.

Alexey, Rostov region

Three-year-old bush, planted with a cuttings. The first unpainted signaling took off last summer. Today, the first berries began to be eaten after August 20, by the beginning of September, sugar has gained well. The pulp is crunchy, firm.

My bushes are over 40 years old. There are two of them, growing in the yard on a pergola.I cover them for the winter. The bunches hang until frost, the berry does not crack. I store the harvest in the basement, it can lie until spring, but we eat it all earlier. I tried to make wine out of it, I liked the result.

For pregnant and breastfeeding women

When asked whether grapes are needed during pregnancy and nursing mothers, what are its benefits, doctors answer differently.

No one denies that this fruit is a storehouse of vitamins and other valuable substances, and therefore a woman with a child may need them. But there are doubts.

So during pregnancy this is only the advantage of grapes, you do not need to look for fruits not in autumn, but, for example, in winter or spring - a favorite product filled with "chemistry" for better preservation can lead to poisoning.

Nursing mothers do not need to consume grapes because of the danger of causing an allergic reaction in the baby. Especially the pink look is terrible in this respect.

Outdoor care

Both young seedlings and adult grape plants require regular maintenance. It consists in watering, feeding and pruning.

Care is especially important for young grapes in the first two years.

It is also necessary to properly prepare the plant for winter.

Watering and feeding

Taifi tolerates a short drought and does not need frequent watering, but during the flowering period and during the formation of berries it is extremely necessary. Also, in the absence of autumn rains, it is necessary to make abundant watering in October.

It is recommended to water young seedlings regularly, as the soil dries up, until they take root. For irrigation, use settled water at room temperature.

Top dressing is applied in early spring, summer and autumn. Organic fertilizers should be applied in autumn, and mineral fertilizers - in spring and summer.

Important! Manure should be applied as a top dressing for grapes very carefully. It is necessary to strictly observe the proportions and use only rotted manure. Why is that? The reason is in the danger of root burns.

Shaping and pruning

Annual pruning is essential for a healthy plant and a good harvest. The Taifi variety is rarely grown on vertical supports, more often the shoots are directed horizontally.