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Deadly. Powerful. Beautiful. The much-hated plant called poison ivy is all of these things and more. Millions of people are allergic to poison ivy, which contains one of the most potent toxins on earth. But the astounding paradox is that poison ivy is a plant of immense ecological value. Wild mammals from mice to moose, honeybees and butterflies, woodpeckers, wild turkeys, robins, cardinals, and bluebirds all defy poison ivy’s nasty nature and feast on its leaves and fruit.
During this program, author Anita Sanchez will discuss her book In Praise of Poison Ivy, and the many roles of poison ivy in both human and natural history, starting with the plant’s long history as—of all things—a popular garden plant.
This program will be held in the Enders House adjacent to the Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site Visitor Center on Schoharie Street in Fort Hunter, New York.
There will be a brief Friends Group meeting prior to the presentation. This is a FREE event open to the public. Refreshments will be served.