English Ivy
Hedera helix L. · Araliaceae
Toxic to pets
Also known as Branching Ivy, Glacier Ivy, Needlepoint Ivy
Pet safety
Toxic to pets. Toxic to cats. Toxic to dogs. Toxic to horses.
Clinical signs: Vomiting, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, diarrhea. Foliage is more toxic than berries
Source: ASPCA (matched at species level).
Care
- LightMedium / part shade – Bright indirect
- WaterLet the top inch dry
- HumidityAverage household
- Temperature10°C – 21°C · 50°F – 70°F
- DifficultyModerate
- SoilStandard potting mix
- FertilizingMonthly, growing season
Size & habit
- Mature height (indoor) 20–60 cm
- In the wild 15–30 m
- Habit
- Growth rateFast
Common problems
Propagation
Sources
- Taxonomy GBIF #8351737
- Toxicity ASPCA (matched at species level)
- Care references Cross-checked — see methodology.