Parthenocissus

Parthenocissus is a genus of tendril and climbing plants in the grape family (Vitaceae). It contains around 12 species that are native to the Himalayas, North America and eastern Asia. Several species are grown for their ornamental use.

The name “Parthenocissus” derives from the Greek parthenos, which means "virgin", and kissos, which means "ivy". The reason is because of the ability of these creepers to form seeds without the pollination, or even the English name of Parthenocissus quinquefolia, the Virginia creeper, which has become directly responsible to the whole genus popularity.

The Parthenocissus specie called Virginia creeper is known to cause dermatitis in some people if there's a skin contact with the leaves during autumn. Its fruits are considered not to have a very good flavour to them. A pink dye is obtained from the fruit. The bark and fresh young shoots are emetic, alterative, expectorant and tonic. A tea made from the leaves is considered astringent and diuretic. Also, a tea made from the roots is often used in the treatment of gonorrhea and diarrhea, too.

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