The Symbiotes - Virginia Creeper on Black Walnut Tree - May 2024
A commonly seen but uncommonly known relationship here in the Midwest, the Virginia Creeper is tolerant of the Black Walnut's toxic secretion, Juglone. This toxin is active in it's ability to stunt the growth of certain plants and trees in the immediate vicinity, giving it a distinct advantage in competing for resources - mainly sunlight. The vine produces a plentiful amount of berries that attract a multitude of Birds as well as Skunks, Mice, Deer and Squirrels - which in turn attracts them to Black Walnuts... Who says the perfect relationship doesn't exist?!
The Symbiotes - Virginia Creeper on Black Walnut Tree - May 2024
A commonly seen but uncommonly known relationship here in the Midwest, the Virginia Creeper is tolerant of the Black Walnut's toxic secretion, Juglone. This toxin is active in it's ability to stunt the growth of certain plants and trees in the immediate vicinity, giving it a distinct advantage in competing for resources - mainly sunlight. The vine produces a plentiful amount of berries that attract a multitude of Birds as well as Skunks, Mice, Deer and Squirrels - which in turn attracts them to Black Walnuts... Who says the perfect relationship doesn't exist?!