(Toxicodendron radicans)
The Sumac Family (Anacardiaceae)
Poison Ivy has a three-part, alternate, compound, deciduous leaf that may turn brilliant red in fall; vine has dark gray bark covered with “hairy” roots.
Habitat:
Found in dry to moist areas, woodlands and streambeds.
Interesting Facts:
ALL parts (leaves, stems, and greenish-white berries) are very toxic to humans, causing severe allergic reactions in some people.
Wildlife value:
Pollen source for bees and other pollinators; foliage and fruit are food source for some mammals and berry-eating birds.
Leaf type:
Compound
Pollinator:
Wildlife value:
Tree dimensions:
Leaf length: 4.00-10.00 inches
Where to find Poison Ivy on the Louisiana State Arboretum Trails:
TER - Walker Terrace 24.0
Refer to our Live Map to locate this species and its interpretative signage on the trail system.