Mature Size: Up to 100 feet
Hardiness Zone: 7-10
Light: Partial shade
Water: Medium moisture needs
Soil: Well-draining
Special Features: Yellow flowers
This plant is native to Nepal, as well as Vietnam, India, China, Laos, Thailand, and Myanmar. It is accustomed to growing at high altitudes in the mountains, and is sometimes referred to as ‘Himalayan Ivy.’
The foliage of Nepalese Ivy is leathery, dark green and glossy, in a lobed shape that is instantly recognizable as part of the Hedera genus. Leaves can range in size from small to large, and provide the background to simple yellow flowers that bloom from October to April.
This plant is tolerant of low temperatures and frost, though it is sensitive to heat. It should be positioned in a partially shaded spot, with an emphasis on shade in the afternoon when the sun is at its most potent. Nepalese ivy is not commonly seen as a cultivated species in gardens or public spaces but is prolific in its native region.