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Ilex crenata Japanese holly Evergreen shrub (1 Page of 5) The Ilex crenata plant species is found in E. Asia - Japan, Korea. It is a member of the Aquifoliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Japanese holly. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Ilex crenata Common Name: Japanese holly Family: Aquifoliaceae Author: Thunb. Known Hazards: Although no reports of toxicity have been seen for this species, at least some members of this genus are slightly toxic so some caution is advised. Mature Height: 5 Mature Width: 3 Habitat: Thickets, woods and wet places in lowland and mountains all over Japan[58].
General Uses: Very amenable to trimming, this species is often grown as a hedge in N. America and Japan. It can also be used in topiary[182].
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