Ilex vomitoria Yaupon holly (Aquifoliaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Ilex vomitoria
Yaupon holly
Evergreen shrub
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The Ilex vomitoria plant species is found in Southeastern N. America - Virginia to Florida, west to Texas and Arkansas. It is a member of the Aquifoliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Yaupon holly.

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Latin Name:  Ilex vomitoria
Common Name:  Yaupon holly
Family:  Aquifoliaceae
Author:  Ait.

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:  6   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Sandy woods and clearings[43]. Low moist woods, especially near the coast[149]. Often forming dense thickets along streams and pond margins and shallow swamp lands[229].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in most soils so long as they are not water-logged[200]. This species is not fully hardy in Britain, the plants are incapable of withstanding our hardest winters[11]. A slow-growing species in the wild, often forming dense thickets from root suckers[229]. The leaves remain on the plant for 2 - 3 years, falling just before the appearance of new leaves in the spring[82]. Flowers are produced on the current year's growth[229]. Resents root disturbance, especially as the plants get older[11]. It is best to place the plants into their permanent positions as soon as possible, perhaps giving some winter protection for their first year or two[K]. Dioecious. Male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.

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