Boston ivies

A form of Boston ivy — A perennial vine related to the grapevine, Parthenocissus tricuspidata, which, like true ivy (Hedera helix), is planted next to masonry buildings to grow on the walls. In spite of the name, Boston ivy is native to Japan, Korea and China.

Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of Boston ivy
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