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Vines · MCH exam plant
Virginia Creeper
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
par-then-oh-SIS-us kwin-kweh-FOH-lee-a
Native to New England
Vine
Key ID features
5 leaflets (not poison ivy's 3!), adhesive discs, red fall, native
| Botanical name | Parthenocissus quinquefolia |
|---|---|
| Family | Vitaceae |
| Genus | Parthenocissus |
| Category | Vines |
| USDA hardiness zones | 3b–9a |
| Sun | Part Sun |
| Water | Low |
| Native to New England | Yes |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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