possumhaw
Ilex decidua
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A deciduous native shrub prized for its bright red berries that persist into winter, providing food for wildlife. Inconspicuous spring flowers precede the showy fruit display.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern United States
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A deciduous native shrub prized for its bright red berries that persist into winter, providing food for wildlife. Inconspicuous spring flowers precede the showy fruit display.
Climate Match for your location
See how well possumhaw grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern United States
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation