Ivy is an evergreen, and by this connection
stands for eternity and life, for immortality. It also may represent dependence
and attachment, which can be seen in the way it climbs trees and buildings to
get sunlight. The ivy LEAF is also phallic, depicting
the male trinity, but it can also be a female symbol denoting a force in need
of protection. Conversely, however, its malevolent, poison feature can cause it
to be seen often as ingratitude.