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Dahoon Holly

Ilex cassine

CommonPlant
Illustration of Dahoon Holly (Ilex cassine)

Dahoon Holly is an evergreen tree with glossy leaves and bright red berries. It is often used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and berries. The tree provides important cover and food for wildlife in wetland areas.

Habitat
It grows in wetlands and along streams in the southeastern United States.
Diet
Birds and small mammals consume its berries, facilitating seed dispersal.
How common
Common

Best time to see a Dahoon Holly

The best time to see a Dahoon Holly is September–January, when about 65% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 5,733 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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