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poison ivy? #872445

Asked June 10, 2024, 2:44 PM EDT

Hi there! I came across this weeding in my yard, it is a vine of sorts not near any wild plantings, but I a, wondering if it is poison ivy. Thank you for your guidance

Ingham County Michigan

Expert Response

No it is not poison ivy. It looks like a type of Cinquefoil (Potentilla). Below is a link with some information on poison ivy and identification.
https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/poison-ivy-toxicodendron-radicans-rydbergii?language_id=

An Ask Extension Expert Replied June 11, 2024, 8:17 AM EDT

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