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Kenilworth Ivy (Cymbalaria muralis) | Easyscape Plant Profile

Kenilworth Ivy

(Cymbalaria muralis)

Kenilworth Ivy (Cymbalaria muralis)

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Climate Requirements for Gulfport, Mississippi

This Plant Your Site Plant Suitability for Your Location
• Precipitation 1" - 395" 64" Aquatic Aquatic
• High Temp. -78°F - 97°F 91°F Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. Excellent
• Low Temp. -25°F - 100°F 42°F Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant Excellent
This plant may not grow well at your location - your precipitation is too high.

Summary

Cymbalaria muralis, commonly known as Kenilworth Ivy, is a perennial herb, often treated as an annual, native to Mediterranean regions of Europe, where it thrives in rocky habitats, walls, and cliffs, as well as in damp, shady spots. It is a low-growing plant, typically reaching up to 5 cm (2.0 in) in height, with a creeping habit that allows it to spread effectively in its preferred environments. The leaves are semi-evergreen to evergreen in mild climates, rounded to heart-shaped, measuring 2.5 to 5 cm (1.0 to 2.0 in) in length and width, and are 3–7-lobed, alternating on thin, trailing stems. The flowers, which are small yet ornamental, are lilac to pale purple with a yellow palate and are distinctly spurred, bearing a resemblance to miniature snapdragon blooms. They flower prolifically from late spring through early fall, adding a delicate charm to the plant’s appearance.

Kenilworth Ivy is valued for its ability to cover ground quickly, making it an excellent choice for ground cover, especially in shaded areas like woodland gardens, rock gardens, and as a filler between stepping stones. It is also popular for hanging baskets due to its trailing nature. This plant is easy to maintain, requiring only moderate watering and thriving in a variety of soil types with different drainage levels, though it prefers moist, well-drained soils. It can grow in part shade to full shade, making it versatile for various garden settings. However, gardeners should be cautious as Cymbalaria muralis can become invasive outside its native range, spreading aggressively and potentially outcompeting native flora.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Herb
  • Height: 0.3-0.5 feet
  • Width: 1-1.5 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Flower Color: Blue, Purple
  • Flowering Season: Spring, Summer, Fall
  • Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Part Shade, Full Shade
  • Water: Medium
  • Drainage: Slow, Medium, Fast

Common Uses

Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Groundcover, Low Maintenance, Rock Garden, Street Planting

Natural Habitat

native to Mediterranean regions of Europe, where it thrives in rocky habitats, walls, and cliffs, as well as in damp, shady spots

Other Names

Common Names: Ivy-Leaved Toadflax, Coliseum Ivy, Oxford Ivy, Mother Of Thousands, Pennywort, Wandering Sailor, Mauer-Zymbelkraut, Zymbelkraut, Cymbalaire, Muurleeuwenbek, 덩굴해란초

Scientific Names: Cymbalaria muralis, Cymbalaria muralis f. muralis, Linaria toutonii, Linaria cymbalaria var. albiflora, Cymbalaria muralis f. triloba, Antirrhinum cymbalaria, Linaria cymbalaria var. antirrhiniflora, Linaria cymbalaria var. minor

GBIF Accepted Name: Cymbalaria muralis P.Gaertn., B.Mey. & Scherb.