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English ivy
Scientific name: Hedera helix
Family Araliaceae · Genus Hedera
Care snapshot
Trailing or climbing foliage plant that prefers bright indirect light and cooler conditions. Use a well-draining mix and avoid excessive heat and dry air. Keep away from pets because the leaves and berries are toxic if ingested.
Draft seed — not medical or emergency advice. Human review pending.
Growing details
- Season
- Year-round indoors in suitable conditions
- Common pests
- Spider mites, aphids, scale insects
- Common diseases
- Bacterial leaf spot, fungal leaf spot, root rot
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