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Wild Vine Identification: Porcelain Vine (Ampelopsis brevipedunculata)

A resident of East Central Alabama found a wild vine with heart-shaped leaves similar to grapevine texture. In October, it produces berries ranging from light turquoise to cobalt blue, clustered like holly or nandina berries. The user wants to know toxicity and propagation methods to grow it in their yard.

Expert Answer: Without a photo, the expert suspects porcelain vine. They provide a Google Images search link. The plant is very invasive in Florida and moderately invasive in Alabama. Toxicity is unknown.

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