English Ivy – Wax Ivy

Senecio Macroglossus; Family: Asteraceae;

Also Known us : Natal ivy, marguerite ivy, climbing senecio

Origin : Southern Africa

English Ivy is a sting plant with geometrical shaped leaves with pale yellow patches. Its leaves are thick and fleshy and it produces light yellow flowers. This plant is a long living plant and can adapt to any climatic conditions. This plant is fast growing in proper pots and can spread over your windows and wall quickly.

This plant is toxic to pets. If ingested, it can cause irritation to fetal damage.

Light

English Ivy plant requires bright sunlight, but also cop with shades also. Ivy loves direct morning sunlight.

Water

Water the English Ivy plant until drops comes out through drain holes. Leave the plant till the upper soil gets slightly dry.

Fertilizer

This plants requires little fertilizer. Once a month feed with liquid fertilizer in very low concentration.

English Ivy is a best Air Purifier. It can removes toxic gases like benzene, formaldehyde and xylene around.