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Ilex ×attenuata
Ilex ×attenuata Ashe
East Palatka Holly, Topal Holly
Aquifoliaceae (Holly family)
Synonym(s):
USDA Symbol: ILAT
USDA Native Status: L48 (N)
Natural hybrid of Ilex cassine and I. opaca.
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Shrub , Tree
Fruit Type: Drupe
Size Notes: Up to about 45 feet tall.
Fruit: Red. Although technically drupes, the fruit is commonly referred to as berries.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: White , GreenBloom Time: Mar , Apr , May
Distribution
USA: FL , NC , SCNative Habitat: Moist, well-drained sandy or loamy soils, sun to partial shade.
Web Reference
Webref 23 - Southwest Environmental Information Network (2009) SEINet - Arizona ChapterAdditional resources
USDA: Find Ilex ×attenuata in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Ilex ×attenuata in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Ilex ×attenuata
Metadata
Record Modified: 2020-12-14Research By: CBR