Family Vitaceae is a grouping of plants that includes a variety of species commonly known as grapes or grapevines. Synonyms for this family of plants include Ampelidaceae and Vitisaceae. Ampelidaceae is a term used to refer to the family of plants that includes grapes, but it also encompasses other species such as Virginia Creeper and Peppervine. Vitisaceae is a less commonly used synonym for the Vitaceae family, and it is typically reserved for species of grapes that are indigenous to Southeast Asia. Regardless of the term used, the Vitaceae family is widely known for its importance in the production of wine, as well as its use in traditional medicines and horticulture.