Taxon

Ilex opaca 'Southern Illinois University'

 
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Ilex opaca 'Southern Illinois University' - Southern Illinois University American holly
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Common name: Southern Illinois University American holly
Family: Aquifoliaceae (holly family)
Synonym: Ilex opaca 'Old Science Big Leaf'
Distribution: Species native to e. United States
Hardiness: USDA Zone 5
Life form: Evergreen tree
Comments: A broadly conical, female, broadleaf evergreen tree growing 20' tall by 15' wide. Leaves are large, dark olive-green and spiny. In the presence of a suitable male pollinator, the fruits develop into d" vivid red berries which persist into winter.

Locations

  • 1: HOL: BG27 (BG27) • Accession: D1968-0959.001 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
  • 2: HOL: BG27 (BG27) • Accession: D1968-0959.003 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
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