Local Ecotype
Woody vine, to 20 ft
Full to part sun
Medium to dry soil
Blooms in spring, fruits in fall
Climbing ornamental vine with fleshy trifoliate leaves and black berries. Closely related to the tropical houseplant “grape ivy.” Thick succulent leaves add drought tolerance and appeal in the garden. Modest growth habit compared to related species such as Virginia Creeper. Ripe berries feed songbirds. Sap may cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Local Ecotype
Woody vine, to 20 ft
Full to part sun
Medium to dry soil
Blooms in spring, fruits in fall
Climbing ornamental vine with fleshy trifoliate leaves and black berries. Closely related to the tropical houseplant “grape ivy.” Thick succulent leaves add drought tolerance and appeal in the garden. Modest growth habit compared to related species such as Virginia Creeper. Ripe berries feed songbirds. Sap may cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.