Hedera canariensis

Common Name:
Canary Island Ivy, Algerian Ivy

Description:
Hedera canariensis is a fast-growing, evergreen climber known for its large, glossy green leaves and vigorous growth habit. Native to the Canary Islands and North Africa, this ivy is commonly used as a ground cover, climbing vine, or for erosion control on slopes. It thrives in a wide range of conditions, from full sun to deep shade, and is highly adaptable to different soil types. Its trailing stems can quickly cover fences, walls, or trellises, making it an excellent option for creating green privacy screens. While it rarely flowers in cultivation, mature plants may produce small, greenish-yellow flowers in autumn, followed by dark berries. This tough and low-maintenance plant is drought-tolerant once established but can become invasive if not managed.

Form:

• Climber
• Ground Cover

Mature Size:

• Height: 3–10m (when climbing)
• Width: 2–5m (as ground cover)

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade
• Full Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Autumn (rarely in cultivation)

Flower Colour:

• Greenish-Yellow

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Drought Tolerant
• Low Maintenance
• Suitable for Shady Areas
• Fast Growing
• Erosion Control

Toxicity:

• Toxic to humans and pets if ingested

Companion Plants:

• Ferns (Asplenium, Blechnum)
• Clivia
• Liriope
• Camellia
• Hydrangea

For more information and photos of this species, Warners Nursery has detailed information available to the public via the following link. 

Hedera canariensis