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Quercus ilex
Holm oak · Fagaceae
Also known as Quercus ilex ilex. Common names: Evergreen oak, Holly oak.
Quercus ilex, the evergreen oak, holly oak or holm oak, is a large evergreen oak native to the Mediterranean region.
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About Holm oak
Quercus ilex, the evergreen oak, holly oak or holm oak, is a large evergreen oak native to the Mediterranean region. It takes its name from holm, an ancient name for holly. It is a member of the Cerris section of the genus, with acorns that mature in a single summer.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Growing & care
Growing guide coming soon. Our editors haven't written verified care details for this plant yet. Native range and classification are shown below.
| Native range | Albania, Algeria, Baleares, Corse, Czechia-Slovakia, East Aegean Is., France, Greece, Italy, Kriti, NW. Balkan Pen., Portugal, Sardegna, Sicilia, Spain, Switzerland, Tunisia, Türkiye |
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| Toxicity | Pets: Not documented · People: Not documented |
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