Ivy - Araliaceae (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Ivy

Ivy is a family that typically features woody plants, including trees, shrubs, and climbers. Their leaves are often large and compound, contributing to a lush appearance. They thrive in a variety of environments, which allows their broad, often umbrella-like leaf structure to efficiently capture sunlight, essential for growth in forest understories or shaded regions. Their small, clustered flowers are distinctive, usually forming spherical or umbrella-shaped groups, aiding in pollinator attraction.

Scientific classification

Family

Ivy (Araliaceae)

Order

Carrots, ivies and allies

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