Japanese creeper
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Japanese creeper
Parthenocissus tricuspidata
The Japanese creeper is a climbing plant that loves to grow on walls and fences. Its beautiful green leaves turn bright red in autumn, making it a lovely sight!
Habitat: Urban areas
Appearance
The Japanese creeper has glossy, dark green leaves, usually three-lobed, sometimes five-lobed when young. In autumn, these leaves turn brilliant crimson and deep purple. Its unique tendrils feature adhesive pads, allowing it to cling seamlessly to various surfaces.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderVitalesFamilyVitaceaeGenusParthenocissus
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Even though it's called "Japanese," it's also native to Korea and China!
Its small, dark blue berries are a favorite snack for many hungry birds!
Its tiny suction cups are so strong, they can climb smooth glass!
Some older creeper plants have been known to live for over 100 years!
Special abilities
Ability
Cling King
Japanese creeper can cling to smooth surfaces like glass using tiny, powerful adhesive discs on its tendrils.
Ability
Autumn Fire
Japanese creeper has leaves that change from green to stunning red and purple, attracting attention and signaling autumn.
Ability
Rapid Ascent
Japanese creeper can grow incredibly fast, quickly covering large walls or ground areas with its dense foliage.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 1000-3000 cm
- Spread
- 500-1500 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.3-0.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
European Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
Its tiny flowers provide nectar for bees.
eaten by
American Robin
Turdus migratorius
Birds feast on its small, dark blue berries.
shelters
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Great Tit
Parus major
Dense vines offer excellent nesting and hiding places.
Traits
Climbing/Vine
Climbing or vine plants are characterized by a growth habit that allows them to ascend upwards by twining, tendrils, or adhesive roots.
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Ornamental
Ornamental plants are cultivated primarily for their aesthetic appeal, enhancing landscapes and gardens with their attractive foliage, flowers, or form.
Shade Tolerant
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Fall Color
Fall color refers to the seasonal change in foliage pigmentation, primarily in deciduous plants, displaying vibrant hues.
Rapid Growing
Rapid growing plants exhibit accelerated growth rates, quickly increasing in size and biomass within a short period.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always be careful around climbing plants and don't touch if you see sharp edges.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Japanese creeper?
1000-3000 cm
How wide does Japanese creeper spread?
500-1500 cm
How big are the flowers on Japanese creeper?
0.3-0.5 cm
When does Japanese creeper bloom?
Summer
Is Japanese creeper edible?
No
Is Japanese creeper toxic?
Mild
What is Japanese creeper's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Japanese creeper pollinated?
Insect
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