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I know they say "leaves o... #142581

Asked July 23, 2013, 11:18 AM EDT

I know they say "leaves of three" for poison ivy, but I'm extremely allergic and the plant in the attached photo reminds me a little of poison ivy. Can you identify it for me? Thanks very much.

Frederick County Maryland

Expert Response

This plant is the native Virginia Creeper, which is very common vine here and often mistaken for poison ivy. It does not cause an allergic reaction in most people.
Here is a link to our poison ivy publication: http://extension.umd.edu/sites/default/files/_images/programs/hgic/Publications/HG34_Poison_Ivy.pdf
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Answered by the Home & Garden Information Center's Maryland Certified Professional Horticulturists Replied July 23, 2013, 11:30 AM EDT

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