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Ivy (Hedera helix)
Family: Araliaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)
Bloom Color: White. Main Bloom Time: Early fall, Late fall, Mid fall. Form: Prostrate, Variable spread.
Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons
Edible Parts: Leaves
Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer
Flavor & Culinary Uses
Although they are almost certainly not edible, there is a report that the seeds contain 16.2% protein and 35.1% fat. — Although they are almost certainly not edible, there is a report that the seeds contain 16.2% protein and 35.1% fat.
Habitat & North American Range
Woodlands, hedges and shady places, climbing up trees, walls etc and clambering over the ground. Found on all types of soils. (Zone 5)