Ilex quercifolia
Meerb.
American holly
Aquifoliaceae Edible: Leaves - tea
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Description
A temperate tree in the Aquifoliaceae family, commonly known as American holly, with leaves used for tea.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are brewed into tea.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
North America, USA,
References (1)
- Hedrick, U.P., 1919, (Ed.), Sturtevant's edible plants of the world. p 354
