Scientific Name
Ilex
Common Name
holly

Characteristics

ID hints
"Burford holly"
Leaves leathery, spinose**
- Minute (1 mm) triangular stipule***
- Leaves simple, alternate
Fruits red berries (rarely black)
- Fruits only on female plants
"Japanese holly"
Leaves small, crenate teeth*
- Leaves alternate
- Minute (1 mm) triangular stipule***
Fruits black berries
- Fruits only on female plants

4-H Horticulture Contest, Dr. Alice B. Russell, Dr. Paul R. Fantz, and Larry Bass, Department of Horticultural Science, NC Cooperative Extension Service, NC State University. All Pictures Copyright @1997Alice B. Russell. Computer programming by Miguel A. Buendia, graphics by Brad Capel.

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