2 of the most prominent plants in America belonging to the family toxicodendron radicans (non climbing poison ivy) and (toxicodendron rydbergii) climbing variety.

This plant releases a concentrated oil known as urushiol which even in the smallest dosage can cause massive inflammatory damage to exposed flesh.

Despite common belief POISON IVY IS NOT CONTAGIOUS after the infection has been created. It cannot be passed on if the wound is touched, nor does the secretion from the wound cause infection it is merely water, small doses of potassium, and puss. Poison ivy is noted for its 3 distinct leaves and can be found in any environment at any time of the year. typically it occurs in large patches near the perimeter of fields and overgrowth and is most likely to be found in a sunny environment as opposed to deep inside a canopy woods.

Poison ivy should not be handled in any way and under no circumstances should you try to remove the weed with your bare hands. the oil is more potent at the roots and stems then it is on the leaves. Do not mow or burn over the plant as it will release the oil in a vapor form which can then enter your lungs and cause severe inflammation:

Common treatments:
If you know you just had contact with the plant DO NOT TOUCH ANY PART OF YOUR BODY: the oil is spread after contact this way. Immediately wash the infected area with COLD WATER (as cold water closes your pores and keeps the oil from entering, warm water will open the pores) use soap...

A plant from the firey pits of hell.

Poison Ivy is the world's hottest supervillain in the history of DC Comics. She is easily recognizable by her red hair, somewhat green skin... thin body and outrageously revealing outfits.

The gentrification of Ivy League cities.

Many host cities of Ivy League schools are being taken over by the university's. They are buying up property's and the local residents are being pushed out. Locals call it a bad case of poison ivy.

1. venereal disease

2. a woman with venereal disease

a word used by young women, usually in groups, to annouce that they will be flashing their brests.