Virginia Creeper is a native woody vine that climbs trees, walls, and fences with tendrils tipped with adhesive discs. In autumn, the five-part leaves turn a spectacular crimson-red. Its small blue-black berries are an important food for many birds, particularly during fall migration. The berries contain oxalic acid and can cause stomach upset in humans.
Best time to see a Virginia Creeper
The best time to see a Virginia Creeper is April–July, when about 66% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 105,076 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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