How to Identify Poison Ivy and Treat Its Rash
![Poison Ivy has three leaves on each branch node covered in an oily residue that makes it shiny. More mature poison ivy may have a reddish hue to the leaves. In the Fall, the leaves grow berries that also turn red. "Leaves of Three, Let it Be." Poison Ivy has three leaves on each branch node. "Leaves of Three, Let it Be."](https://northshorekid.com/sites/default/files/styles/post_photo/public/stories/poison_ivy.jpg?itok=3irBq-IZ)
Anybody who has ever had a case of poison ivy will tell you that they wish they could go back in time and avoid ever having contact with the plant - and that's precisely the best way to deal with it. If you and your children can identify the plant and avoid coming into contact with the oily residue on its leaves, everyone is bound to have much more fun this summer!