30 Seeds Parthenocissus Tricuspidata Boston Ivy Vine Seeds Parthenocissus tricuspidata is a flowering plant in the grape family ( Vitaceae ) native to eastern Asia in Japan , Korea , and northern and eastern China . Though unrelated to true ivy , it is commonly known Japanese creeper , Boston ivy , Grape ivy , Japanese ivy , and woodbine (though the latter may refer to a number of vines). Resembles Virginia Creeper except that 5" leaf is 3-lobed and shinier. It can grow 10' a year or more; is often scarlet in fall and has blue berries hidden beneath foliage. It is popular with birds and native to eastern Asia A decidious Climber growing to 18 m (59ft 1in) at a fast rate. It is hardy to zone 4 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from Jul to August, and the seeds ripen from Oct to November. The flowers are hermaphrodite (have both male and female organs) and are pollinated by Insects. The plant prefers light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and requires well-drained soil.The plant prefers acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils..It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.It requires moist soil.