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"Helix" means "twining". Hundreds of cultivars. Moderate growth evergreen vine, can spread up to 80'.
Very invasive. Simple 2 to 4" dark green leaves, will become round to oblong as plant matures. Flowers: 1/4" green in November and December. 1/4" green to black berries in fall/winter. Prefers full sun to shade, high to moderate water, loamy soil. Low maintenance. Tolerates drought, wind and heat. "Habitat for rats!" Propagate by cuttings, tolerates clipping.
Uses: erosion control, ground cover, screen.
Photos taken at Filoli Estate. |
