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Virginia Creeper
Family
VITACEAE
Species name
Parthenocissus quinquefolia (L.) Planch.
Other Names
Virginia creeper, five-leaved ivy, five-finger
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Botanical Characteristic
Woody vine climbing up to 30 meters with adhesive pads. Palmate compound leaves with 5 leaflets, obovate or elliptical with serrated edges. Leaves turn red in autumn. Yellowish-green flowers in branched clusters. Dark blue berries containing clear sap.
Part of use
Roots, stems, and leaves
Properties
External use for itching and rashes Relieves joint and muscle pain Anti-inflammatory properties Laxative effect (must be used with caution due to potential toxicity) Precautions Berries are toxic and can cause severe irritation, nausea, and vomiting. Do not consume the berries.
References
1. Martin AC, Zim HS, Nelson AL. American Wildlife and Plants: A Guide to Wildlife Food Habits. New York: Dover Publications; 1961. 2.Demirci B, Demirci F, Başer KHC. Composition of the essential oil of Parthenocissus quinquefolia (L.) Planch. from Turkey. J Essent Oil Res. 2003;15(3):169-70. 3.Saleem H, Ahmad I, Shahid MN, Gill MSA, Nadeem MF, Mahmood W, et al. Phytochemical screening and anti-inflammatory activity of Parthenocissus quinquefolia extract in rats. Braz J Biol. 2020;80(3):506-16. 4.Turner NJ, Szczawinski AF. Common Poisonous Plants and Mushrooms of North America. Portland: Timber Press; 1991. Nikolic M, Markovic T, Mojovic M, Pejin B, Savic A, Peric T, et al. Chemical composition and biological activity of Parthenocissus quinquefolia (L.) Planch. stems. Ind Crops Prod. 2021;161:113230.