Ilex vomitoria

Yaupon Holly

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Evergreen shrub native to SE USA with glossy leaves and red berries; historically used for tea by Indigenous people, toxic to pets.
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Plant Details

Common Name Yaupon Holly
Family Aquifoliaceae
Genus Ilex
Species Vomitoria
Origin United States
Blooming Small white flowers in spring, red berries persist into winter
Leaf Color Dark green glossy
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy loam with acidic pH 5.0-6.5, mix peat and perlite for pots.

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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged; reduce frequency in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun preferred for berries; tolerates partial shade indoors near bright window.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins.

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape; tolerates heavy pruning well for topiary.

Pest Control Fungus Gnat Scale Insect Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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Feb
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 3400
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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