PLANT FIELD GUIDE PROFILE
Cape ivy
Delairea odorata
A coastal invasive vine capable of forming dense coverings over other vegetation.
Compare reference photographs
in the linked sources below.
What to look for
- Climbing or sprawling perennial vine
- Can form dense mats across shrubs and trees
- Confirm leaf and flower details using the linked reference
Look-alikes & identification limits
Other ivy and climbing species. Compare leaves and flowering structures with a reference.
Growth & persistence
Stem and underground fragments can resprout after treatment.
Management considerations
Contain fragments and monitor for regrowth. Obtain site-specific advice before work near creeks or sensitive habitat.
Ecology & landscape context
Cal-IPC rates this species High for ecological impacts in California.
Use multiple identifying features and a reliable reference. This guide does not establish that a plant is edible or safe to touch, nor does it certify a property’s fire compliance. Request a site assessment before disturbing unknown or hazardous plants.