Boston ivy

American  

noun

1. a climbing woody vine, Parthenocissus tricuspidata, of the grape family, native to eastern Asia and grown in North America as a wall covering.

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Boston ivy British  

noun

1. the US name for Virginia creeper

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Etymology

Origin of Boston ivy

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

Sound Transit replies that there is no Pacific Northwest vine species which can survive this “urban application” along the roadside, though Boston ivy or Carolina creeper may work.

From Seattle Times

She also suggests Boston ivy or climbing ivy.

From Seattle Times

The stucco walls in this area have been softened with a slowly spreading mantle of Boston ivy.

From Washington Post

A dozen varieties – including Virginia creepers, Boston ivy and Dutchman’s pipe – cover the walls surrounding its vast bay windows.

From The Guardian

English ivy, Boston ivy, and fox grape are just a few.

From Seattle Times