Virginia Creeper
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Guideline: Poisonous
Type: Outdoor Plants
Other Names: Five-leaved ivy, woodbine
Virginia creeper, also known as five finger ivy and Victoria creeper, is a flowering vine in the grape family found in North America. Each leaf has five green leaflets that join in the center of the stem creating something resembling fingers. The stems, leaves, and buds have a red tinge to them. Virginia creeper also produces small light green flowers and black berries which are toxic.
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Is Virginia Creeper item toxic?
Yes. Virginia creeper sap and berries contain oxalate crystals and related toxins that can poison rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas and damage kidneys at higher doses.
Should I feed my pet Virginia Creeper?
No. Do not feed Virginia creeper leaves or berries to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.
How much can I feed them?
Do not offer as browse. If your pet ate Virginia creeper, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline immediately.
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