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Possum-haw Holly, Meadow Holly, Prairie Holly, Welk Holly, Bearberry, Winterberry

Ilex is the ancient name of Holly and decidua refers to the deciduous leaves. That is, unlike other native hollies, Deciduous Holly loses its leaves during the winter. It is occasionally planted as an ornamental because of its persistent, bright, orange-red fruit. The common name, possum-haw, refers to the fact that O'possums are fond of the fruit.

Quick ID:

Small shrub with spreading open crown, or sometimes a tree up to 25 feet tall. The simple alternate leaves may appear opposite on the twig because of spur shoots. Crenate leaf margin is gland-tipped. Bark smooth, thin, and grayish white.

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