Aquifoliaceae Ilex opaca Ait.
American Holly
Cherokee - Other, Decorations
Use documented by:
Hamel, Paul B. and Mary U. Chiltoskey, 1975, Cherokee Plants and Their Uses -- A 400 Year History, Sylva, N.C. Herald Publishing Co., page 38
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Ilex opaca Ait.
Scientific name: Ilex opaca Ait.
USDA symbol: ILOPO (
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Common names: American Holly
Family: Aquifoliaceae
Family (APG): Aquifoliaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Decorations
Notes: Whole plant used for Christmas trees.
RECRD: 9253 id: 17716