Just like the name suggests, Hedera Canariensis is a climbing vine native to the Canary Islands. This dense trailing woody plant can be grown as a ground cover to add specialty to the outdoor space or line the walls of the house.
Canary Island Ivy Care
Hedera canariensis
What is the plant
Commonly known as Canary Island Ivy, Canary Ivy, or Madeira Ivy, Hedera Canariensis is an evergreen trailing vine belonging to the Araliaceae family. This trailing vine can grow to a height of 65-100 feet (20-30m) if not pruned. It typically grows on cliffs, walls, trellis, or trees and can also spread through the ground if there are no vertical surfaces available. The foliage is dark green in color and has a leathery texture. Its shape is broad with 1-5 lobes. The stems of a young plant are brownish-green in color. Mature species develop grey and more tough stalks.
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Lighting
Shade
Temperature
25°C - 38°C
Hardiness zone
9 - 11
Difficulty
Medium
How to Care for the Plant
Container
Growing Canary Island Ivy in a container, choose a large enough pot, as the plant grows fast and tends to be rootbound. It’s recommended to choose at least two or three times larger pot than the current root ball. A pot with drainage holes is mandatory to prevent overwatering issues.
Fun fact
Hedera canariensis is a relict plant. This species survived all the changes in the environment in the course of evolution.
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