
Victoria Creeper, Five-leaved Ivy, Five-finger, Woodbine, Carolina Creeper Vine
Description
Virginia Creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) is a herbaceous perennial vine that grows in a variety of habitats including fields, woods, gardens, fencerows, and disturbed areas. It is the host plant for the Virginia Creeper Sphinx Moth (Darapsa myron). The non-showy greenish-white to greenish-yellow flowers come out in the spring and summer and the blue to black fruits in the late summer and fall. The fruits of this plant contain a high amount of oxalic acid and are poisonous to humans, but birds are fond of the fruit.
More information about this species can be found in this blog post.
Hosted Species
Virginia Creeper Sphinx Moth (Darapsa myron)

Many butterflies, bees, flies, ants, and beetles use this plant as a nectar source. Birds, such as the Eastern Goldfinch, eat the seeds, and some mammals eat the stems and leaves. Goldenrods in general are one of the most important nectar plants in the fall.
Range of Virginia Creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) in the United States and Canada
Habitat
Virginia Creeper is found in open areas such as fields, meadows, roadsides, and disturbed places with moist to mesic soil.
The genus name, Parthenocissus, is a combination of the Greek words parthenos (virgin) and kissos (ivy) to produce “virgin ivy.” The species name, quinquefolia, is a Latin reference to the five leaves of the plant.
Virginia Creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) Links
Webpages
Missouri Botanical Garden
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