Hedera

The Hedera plant, commonly known as ivy, is a genus of climbing and creeping plants belonging to the Araliaceae family. They are prized for their attractive green foliage and their ability to climb and cover surfaces, such as walls, fences and trees.

Ivy leaves are evergreen and are usually lobed or palmate in shape. They come in different shades of green, depending on the species and variety. Their main characteristic is their ability to climb and adhere to surfaces by means of adventitious roots that develop along the stems.

Ivy flowers are small and generally not very noticeable. They produce toxic black or dark purple berries after flowering (do not ingest). There are many species and varieties of ivy, each with its own characteristics.

It prefers indirect light, although it can tolerate low light conditions. Ivy grows well in well-drained, slightly acidic soils and is best adapted to moderate temperatures and high humidity.

Some of the most common varieties include Hedera helix (common ivy), Hedera canariensis (Canary ivy) and Hedera hibernica (Irish ivy).