What is another word for Genus Hedera?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs hˈɛdəɹə] (IPA) 
Genus Hedera, commonly known as ivy, is a species of climbing and creeping evergreen woody plants. The word "Hedera" is derived from the Latin word "heder" which means "to cling." There are several synonyms for the word Genus Hedera. One of the commonly used synonyms is Hedera helix, which refers to the English ivy. Other synonyms include Hedera canariensis, which is the Canary Island ivy, Hedera nepalensis, the Himalayan ivy, and Hedera colchica, the Persian ivy. These species have slightly different characteristics but are all members of the same family. Ivy is a versatile and popular plant that can be used in various ways to enhance the aesthetic of any landscape.
