Also known as Caucasian Hedera · Caucasian Ivy · Colchis Hedera
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Persian Ivy (Hedera colchica) is a vigorous, evergreen climbing plant with large, leathery leaves, ideal for covering walls and ground.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate partial shade and some direct morning sun, but avoid intense afternoon sun.
Moderate to High
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow top layer to dry between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-24°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter, but avoid frost.
Low to Moderate
25% intensity
Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during growing season. Reduce or stop in fall and winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
All parts are toxic if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Persian Ivy regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings, especially during warmer months.
Reduce watering in winter to prevent root rot, as growth slows considerably. Ensure good drainage.
Prune Hedera colchica to maintain shape, control size, and encourage denser growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems.
You can prune heavily in early spring before new growth begins or lightly throughout the growing season to manage its spread.
Persian Ivy is easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings in spring or summer, remove lower leaves, and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.
Plant the cuttings in moist potting mix or water and keep them in a warm, humid location until roots form.
Repot Hedera colchica every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repot in spring, just as new growth begins, to minimize transplant shock.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Araliaceae |
| Genus | Hedera |
| Species | Hedera colchica |
Similar in genus Hedera
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