The ilex or holly, and the ivy, both evergreen plants are traditional Christmas symbols: the holly for part of the same reason as the Glastonbury Rose is, because it represents the Crown of Thorns ...

Most of us have heard the old saying, likely from adults trying to protect us when we were young and inexperienced: “Leaves of three, let it be.” But is that truly an accurate way to id… ...

We've all heard the classic saying "leaves of three, let it be," which means don't touch the poison ivy. But just how accurate is that timeless phrase? While this specific mnemonic device exists ...

Poison ivy has a characteristic compound leaf consisting of three leaflets (so the saying, "Leaves of three, let it be"). The leaflets are 2 to 4 inches long and dull or glossy green with pointed ...

Poison ivy vines are often found growing up tree trunks, on sides of buildings or growing on or near the ground. In the fall, poison ivy produces one of our most brilliantly colored leaves.

All parts of a poison ivy plant – leaves, stems, roots, fruits – contain an oil called urushiol, which causes an allergic reaction and rash.