Toxicodendron radicans, or Poison Ivy, is a highly toxic perennial plant causing an itchy rash. It grows as a vine, shrub, or groundcover with characteristic three-leafle
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Sunlight
Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Drought tolerant once established, requires minimal watering.
Soil
Adaptable; prefers moist, well-drained soil but tolerates poor conditions.
Temperature
Highly adaptable to temperate climates, -20°C to 35°C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Generally not required; can promote unwanted growth.
Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Drought tolerant once established, requires minimal watering.
Adaptable; prefers moist, well-drained soil but tolerates poor conditions.
Highly adaptable to temperate climates, -20°C to 35°C.
Outdoor
Generally not required; can promote unwanted growth.
Plant Type
Vine, Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Foliage
Plant Place Type
Ground, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-10 m
Spread
1-5 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green, Red, Orange
Leaf Type
Compound, Trifoliate
Flower Size
2-5 mm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Weed Status
Yes
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 9/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 8/5
Edible
No
Contains urushiol, an oily resin that causes severe allergic contact dermatitis (rash, itching, blisters) in most people and animals upon direct contact.
