Hedera colchica (Colchis Ivy or Persian Ivy)
Botanical Information
| Family | Araliaceae |
| Genus | Hedera |
| Species | colchica |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Vine |
| Origin | Native to near and Middle-East. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Growth | Fast |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | All parts of the plant contains toxins and ingestion of large quantities can cause severe poisoning in both humans and animals. The sap may also be an irritant to some. The berries which are toxic are seldom consumed since they are quite bitter. |
Photographs
Hedera colchica 'Sulphur Heart'.