Jun 1, 1966 CE
First Appearance in Batman #181
Poison Ivy debuts in Batman #181, created by Robert Kanigher and Sheldon Moldoff. She is introduced as a botanist who turns to crime after being betrayed. #comics #firstappearance )
Chronological Storyline (38 Milestones)
May 1, 1967 CE
Batman #201: Ivy Returns
Poison Ivy returns in Batman #201, where she uses her plant toxins to hypnotize men. This story solidifies her as a recurring Bat-villain. #comics #batman )
Sep 1, 1975 CE
World's Finest Comics #226
Ivy teams up with the Joker and Catwoman in a story titled 'The Joker's Crime Circus.' This marks one of her early team-ups with other Gotham rogues. #comics #teams )
Oct 1, 1982 CE
Detective Comics #526: Origin Story
Detective Comics #526 reveals Poison Ivy's origin: botanist Pamela Isley, seduced by a colleague and poisoned, transforms into a plant-human hybrid. #origin #comics )
1985 CE
Crisis on Infinite Earths Cameo
Poison Ivy appears briefly in the maxi-series Crisis on Infinite Earths, which reboots DC continuity. This event resets her history. #crossover #crisis
Feb 1, 1987 CE
Batman #405: Year One Aftermath
In Batman #405, Ivy appears in a story by Frank Miller, part of the 'Year One' era. She is depicted as a seductive eco-terrorist. #comics #grimdark )
1989 CE
Batman Annual #12: Fertility
Batman Annual #12 features a story where Ivy uses her powers to create a plant-based army. This expands her abilities. #comics #powers )
1992 CE
Gotham City Sirens #1 (Retcon)
Although officially starting later, the concept of Ivy teaming with Catwoman and Harley Quinn is established in the 1990s. This influences later stories. #comics #teamup
1993 CE
Batman: The Animated Series - 'Eternal Youth'
Poison Ivy appears in the acclaimed animated series, voiced by Diane Pershing. This episode introduces her to a wider audience. #tv #animation )
Sep 1, 1995 CE
Batman #53: Hush Prelude
Ivy appears in the lead-up to the 'Hush' storyline, where she helps the Joker manipulate Superman. This showcases her manipulative skills. #comics #storyline )
1996 CE
The Batman Adventures: Mad Love
In the tie-in comic, Ivy is a supporting character in Harley Quinn's origin. This deepens her relationship with Harley. #comics #harleyquinn )
Mar 1, 1999 CE
Batman: No Man's Land
Ivy plays a significant role in the 'No Man's Land' storyline, claiming a territory in Gotham's botanical gardens. #crossover #event
2000 CE
Gotham Girls: Animated Series
Poison Ivy is a main character in the web series Gotham Girls, exploring her friendship with Harley Quinn and Catwoman. #animation #web
Jun 1, 2001 CE
Batman: The Long Halloween
Ivy appears in the acclaimed limited series, though briefly. The story redefines her as a femme fatale. #comics #noir
2002 CE
Harley Quinn #1 (Ongoing Series Debut)
Ivy becomes a recurring supporting character in Harley Quinn's solo series, solidifying their partnership. #comics #relationship )
Aug 1, 2004 CE
Batman: Hush - Ivy's Role
In the Hush storyline, Ivy uses her pheromones to control Superman, leading to a memorable battle with Batman. #storyline #superman
2005 CE
Infinite Crisis: Ivy's Role
Poison Ivy appears in the Infinite Crisis event, aligning with Lex Luthor's Secret Society of Super Villains. #crossover #crisis
2007 CE
Gotham City Sirens #1
The Gotham City Sirens series begins, starring Poison Ivy, Catwoman, and Harley Quinn. Ivy is a central character. #series #teamup
2008 CE
Batman: The Brave and the Bold - 'The Last Patrol!'
Ivy appears in this animated series episode, voiced by a guest actor. #animation #tv
Nov 1, 2009 CE
Batman: Poison Ivy: Cycle of Life and Death
A one-shot comic focusing on Ivy's quest to create a perfect plant-human hybrid. #comics #solo )
2010 CE
Batman: Arkham City - Video Game
Poison Ivy appears as a boss and supporting character in the acclaimed video game Batman: Arkham City, voiced by Tasia Valenza. #videogame #batman
Sep 1, 2011 CE
The New 52: Batman #1 (Reboot)
DC's New 52 reboot revamps Ivy with a new origin and design. She appears in Batman #1 by Scott Snyder. #reboot #comics
2012 CE
Batman: Death of the Family
Ivy plays a role in the Joker's attack, as part of the Batman family crossover event. #crossover #event
Oct 1, 2013 CE
Batman/Man-Bat: Troika
Ivy assists Man-Bat in a story about transformation. #comics #teamup )
2014 CE
Harley Quinn (New 52) #0: Ivy and Harley Romance
The romantic relationship between Ivy and Harley Quinn is heavily implied, starting with Harley's solo series. #lgbtq #relationship )
Feb 1, 2015 CE
Batman: Endgame
Ivy is one of the villains affected by the Joker's super-sanity, leading to a deadly team-up against Batman. #storyline #joker
Jun 1, 2016 CE
DC Rebirth: Ivy's New Direction
DC Rebirth reintroduces Ivy with a more heroic slant, exploring her eco-terrorism as a response to climate change. #rebirth #comics
Sep 1, 2017 CE
Injustice 2: Video Game
Poison Ivy appears as a playable character in Injustice 2, with a story role in the alternate universe. #videogame #fighting
Jun 1, 2018 CE
Heroes in Crisis: Ivy's Death and Resurrection
In the miniseries Heroes in Crisis, Ivy is killed by the Sanctuary AI, but later resurrected. This storyline impacts her character. #crisis #death
Dec 1, 2018 CE
Poison Ivy: A Curious Case
A one-shot comic where Ivy investigates a mystery involving plant-based crimes. #comics #mystery )
Mar 1, 2019 CE
Harley Quinn: Animated Series Debut
Poison Ivy is a main character in the Harley Quinn animated series, voiced by Lake Bell. The series fully explores her romance with Harley. #animation #tv )
Jun 1, 2020 CE
Poison Ivy #1 (Ongoing Series)
Poison Ivy gets her first ongoing solo series, written by G. Willow Wilson, focusing on her eco-terrorism and personal growth. #solo #series )
May 1, 2021 CE
Batman: The Long Halloween Part Two - Animated Film
Poison Ivy appears in this animated adaptation, voiced by Katee Sackhoff. #animated #film )
Mar 1, 2022 CE
Gotham Knights: Video Game
Poison Ivy is a major antagonist in the Gotham Knights video game, with a sympathetic backstory. #videogame #gotham )
Jun 1, 2022 CE
Poison Ivy #12: Ivy's Transformation
In this issue, Ivy undergoes a transformation, becoming more connected to the Green and gaining new powers. #comics #transformation )
Jul 1, 2023 CE
DC Pride 2023: Ivy and Harley
Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn are featured in the DC Pride anthology, celebrating their relationship. #lgbtq #pride
By Tim Evanson - https://www.flickr.com/photos/23165290@N00/7356273470/, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=19912668
Feb 1, 2024 CE
The Penguin (TV Series) Teaser
A teaser for the upcoming Batman spin-off The Penguin hints at Poison Ivy's possible involvement in the criminal underworld. #tv #upcoming )
By Warner Bros. Entertainment - https://fanart.tv/series/417648/the-penguin/, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=152038679
May 1, 2025 CE
Batman (2025 film) Rumored Cameo
Rumors suggest Poison Ivy may appear in the upcoming Batman film directed by Matt Reeves. #film #rumor )