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Question: Hello Botanist, I see this vine growing in NYC near small ponds. It seem fairly common, but I would greatly …

  • Question

    Hello Botanist, I see this vine growing in NYC near small ponds. It seem fairly common, but I would greatly appreciate your assistance.

    Answer

    Dear billythenyguide, good morning. You appear to have photographed Hedera helix (English-ivy), a member of the celery family. This vine is quite prolific in certain areas (often around human habitation). Best wishes.