| 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 | No |
Well-draining sandy loam with acidic pH 5.0-6.5, mix peat and perlite for pots.
Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged; reduce frequency in winter dormancy.
Full sun preferred for berries; tolerates partial shade indoors near bright window.
Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape; tolerates heavy pruning well for topiary.
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