Non-native plants this species can replace:
- Mimosa, Persian silk tree (Albizia julibrissin)
- Leatherleaf holly, Leatherleaf mahonia (Mahonia bealei)
Common Name
American holly
Plant Form
Large Trees
Medium Trees
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
60.0
Width (ft)
10.0 -
20.0
Growth Rate
Slow
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8,
9
Commercially Available
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Habitat
Mesic to dry upland forests, well-drained floodplain forests, and swamp hummocks. Common in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont; infrequent in the mountains
Wildlife value
This plant provides nectar for pollinators. It is a larval host plant for Henry's Elfin (Callophrys henrici) larvae. Its fruits are eaten by songbirds, wild turkeys, quail, white-tailed deer, squirrels and other small mammals. Honeybees are attracted to its tiny white flowers. This tree provides cover during the winter
Poisonous to Humans:
Poison Severity:
Low
Poison Symptoms:
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, depression
Causes Contact Dermatitis:
No
Poison Part:
Fruits
Also a Problem For:
Dogs and Horses
Flower Color
Cream/White
Gold/Yellow
Green
Flower Prominence
Reduced
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Summer
Bloom Month
April
May
June
Evergreen
Yes
Fall Color
Green
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Average
Soil Texture
Clay
Loamy
Shallow rocky
Low Maintenance
Yes
Deer Resitant
Yes
Seed or Fruit eaten by wildlife?
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles