Leaves of three, let it be? Wide variability among poison ivy plants makes identification more challenging

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Apr 1, 2024, 3:57 pm507 ptsHotTop
We've all heard the classic saying "leaves of three, let it be," which means don't touch the poison ivy. But just how accurate is that timeless phrase? While this specific mnemonic device exists to deter people from touching poison ivy, it turns out there are also many harmless three-leaf native plants. How is…

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