Virginia Creeper
Scientific Name: Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Plant Family: Vitaceae (Grape family)
Native Region: Eastern and Central North America, from southeastern Canada to eastern Mexico and Guatemala.
Brief Description
Virginia Creeper is a prolific woody deciduous vine. It is easily identified by its compound leaves consisting of five leaflets joined at a central point. The leaflets have serrated edges and turn a brilliant red in the autumn. It uses small adhesive pads to climb vertical surfaces.
Care Instructions
This plant is highly adaptable and can grow in full sun to deep shade. It prefers well-drained soil but is drought-tolerant once established. It is a fast grower and may require regular pruning to keep it from overwhelming other plants or structures. It can be propagated easily by cuttings.
Medicinal Value
We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.
Created At: 2026-04-17T00:09:15.455594