September 24, 2008
"You can look but you better not touch."
Yes, it is poison ivy, Toxicodendron radicans, all dressed up for autumn.
In this photo, the vine is still easily recognizable because of its 3 leaflets. Poison ivy is a native plant that produces berries that provide winter food for birds and other animals. All parts of the plant can cause a rash in humans during any season.