Hedera nepalensis ‘Donnerhill’- Nepal ivy
A branchy, vigorous variety. Slender stems with rather long internodes. Small leaves with 3 lobes, the central one being slightly longer.
Foliage with fine white veins, giving it a certain lightness.
Good climber.
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Description
Nepal ivy - Hedera nepalensis ‘Donnerhill’
In a nutshell
Nepal ivy, Hedera nepalensis ‘Donnerhill’, is a branchy, vigorous variety.
The slender stems, with rather long internodes, bear small leaves with 3 lobes, the central one being slightly longer. The foliage shows fine white veins, giving it a certain lightness.
It is a good climber that can cope with sunshine.
History
This cultivar is of unknown origin.
Technical details - Hedera nepalensis 'Donnerhill'
Botanical information
- Family: Araliaceae
- Genre : Hedera
- Species : nepalensis
- Cultivar: ‘Donnerhill’
- Pierot classification: ivy with bird's-foot leaves
- Foliage stage: juvenile
- Origin of the species: Western Asia, Indian subcontinent, Indochina
- Origin of cultivar: unknown
Description of Hedera nepalensis ‘Donnerhill’
- Growth habit: spreading
- Number of lobes: usually 3, sometimes 5. The central lobe is clearly longer
- Leaf length: 6 cm
- Sheet width: 5 cm
- Colour of leaf: medium green
- Colour of veins: green-white
- Colour of stem and petiole: reddish brown
- Hair: Scaly, small, with pointed branches.
Planting, growing and care instructions for Hedera nepalensis ‘Donnerhill’
- Exposure: shade, part shade, sun
- Hardiness: -13°C
- Soil moisture: cool soil
- Soil PH: all
- Soil type: all
- Soil richness: ordinary or humus-bearing
- Use: climbing
- Development: vigorous
- Pruning: once a year
- Pests: very rare (spider mites, mealy bugs)
- Diseases: very rare (leaf spots)
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All your questions about ivy
Is it true that ivy cures coughs?
Ivy is used to treat respiratory ailments, including coughs, particularly wet coughs. It acts as an expectorant, helping to liquefy mucus and facilitate its expulsion. It is often incorporated into cough syrups and preparations to treat bronchitis.
In addition, ivy's bronchodilator properties can help relieve asthma symptoms by opening up the airways and reducing bronchial spasms.
Forms of use :
- Infusion Ivy: Dried ivy leaves can be used to make infusions to relieve respiratory ailments.
- Liquid extracts Standardised ivy extracts are often used in cough syrups and drops.
- Tablets and capsules Some ivy products are available in tablet or capsule form for greater convenience.
Ivy in literature
“The ivy-covered walls whispered forgotten secrets, lulled by the wind.”
F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Stranger at the Door
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Stock of 1-litre cups and pots | 21 to 50 pots |
| Stock 2 or 4 litre containers | 11 to 20 containers |
| Large stock items | 0 big topic |
| General appearance | Fairly branched, Extensive |
| Type of foliage and colour | Atypical, Red in winter, Green |
| Possible uses | Climber |
| Exhibition | Part shade, Shade, Sun |
| Hardiness | Fairly hardy |
| Easy to grow | Easy |
| Speed | Average |
| Vigorous development | Vigorous |
| Classification according to the Pierot system | Bird's paw |
| Reward obtained | No known reward |
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