Sand holly, Carolina holly
Ilex ambigua
Aquifoliaceae


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Description:
Height:
A shrub or small tree to about 20 feet in height.
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Full sun to light shade.
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Wildlife and Ecology:
Provides significant food and cover for wildlife. Attracts pollinators.
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We are currently adding data for this species for central and northern Florida. If you would like to contribute information or images, please contact George Gann via the IRC staff page.


Lilly Anderson-Messec via her Instagram account @lilliumbyrd.
Lilly Anderson-Messec via her Instagram account @lilliumbyrd.
Lilly Anderson-Messec via her Instagram account @lilliumbyrd.