Ilex decidua
Deciduous Holly; Possumhaw
Mature Size, Growth, Longevity
Average mature size of 10-20' tall and 7-15' wide. Slow to moderate growth rate.
Native Range
U.S. Native — Native to Eastern North America.
Flower and Fruit Details
Flowers are white, 4 of each flower part, dioecious. Fruit is an orange to scarlet drupe on female plants, singly or 2-6 together, ripening in September, fruits heavily.
Leaf and Bark Features
Deciduous: Leaves are alternately arranged, simple, abovate. Yellow fall color. Smooth, light gray bark.
Culture and Care
Adaptable. Susceptible to tar spots, leaf spots, and powdery mildew, though none are usually serious.
Taxa and Plants of this Species at BCA
The following taxa are (or were) represented in the collections at Boone County Arboretum. Additional taxa may be available in the trade that are not included here.