How much sun does Allegheny Vine need?

Allegheny Vine grows best in part shade conditions.

When does Allegheny Vine bloom?

Allegheny Vine blooms in June, July, and August.

Where is Allegheny Vine native?

Allegheny Vine (Adlumia fungosa) is native to CT, DE, IN, KY and 17 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Allegheny Vine attract?

Allegheny Vine draws bees and butterflies.

Is Allegheny Vine HOA-friendly?

Allegheny Vine takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Allegheny Vine

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Adlumia fungosa

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Allegheny Vine (Adlumia fungosa) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

part shade

Water

medium

Size

120"–240" H × 24"–72" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

CT, DE, IN, KY and 17 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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Allegheny vine is a delicate climbing biennial with fern-like foliage and small white or pink flowers. It produces attractive heart-shaped leaflets and grows as a self-clinging vine that can reach 10-20 feet tall. It thrives in partial shade with consistent moisture and will self-seed to maintain its presence in the garden.

In an HOA neighborhood

Allegheny Vine takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Biennial lifecycle creates inconsistent appearance
Can look weedy or unkempt without proper support
Self-seeding nature may be seen as invasive

Wildlife value

The summer blooms attract bees and butterflies with their nectar. The fine foliage also provides shelter for small beneficial insects.

Common questions

How much sun does Allegheny Vine need?: Allegheny Vine grows best in part shade conditions.
When does Allegheny Vine bloom?: Allegheny Vine blooms in June, July, and August.
Where is Allegheny Vine native?: Allegheny Vine (Adlumia fungosa) is native to CT, DE, IN, KY and 17 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Allegheny Vine attract?: Allegheny Vine draws bees and butterflies.
Is Allegheny Vine HOA-friendly?: Allegheny Vine takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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