07-05-2006, 10:43 AM
posted to aus.gardens
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Ivy prolific growth problem
Jonno wrote:
While there are many types of Ivy , most will give you trouble..
see here and ask around...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toxicodendron
http://www.inmygarden.org/archives/2...ing_poiso.html
Apparently, from memory it was grown in Australia early in the 19
century and exported for some reason. i believe it was medical. But
interesting stuff with dangerous consequences. Most Doctors seem to
know about it...
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