species 62,700 observations
Ivy-leaved Toadflax
Cymbalaria muralis
Field notes
Cymbalaria muralis, commonly called ivy-leaved toadflax, is a low, spreading, trailing plant with small purple flowers, native to rocky habitats in southern Europe. It belongs to the plantain family (Plantaginaceae), and is introduced and naturalised in many other temperate locations. The flower stalk is unusual for seeking light until it is fertilized, after which it grows away from the light. Other names include coliseum ivy, Kenilworth ivy, mother of thousands, Oxford ivy, and wandering sailor.
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Caterpillars
Moths and butterflies raised on it
Common Buckeye, Snapdragon Plume Moth, Variable Checkerspot
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Plant eaters
Animals that feed on it
Mallard, Common Raven, Eurasian Jackdaw, Redpoll
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Flower visitors
Pollinators and other flower visitors
Patchwork Leafcutter Bee, Red Mason Bee, Painted Lady, Variable Duskyface Fly
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Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Ground covers
- Light
- Part shade Full shade
- Moisture
- Dry Well drained Moist
- Drought tolerant
- Yes
- Plant type
- Ground cover Herbaceous perennial
From NC State Extension.