Ilex Glabra (Noun)
Meaning
Evergreen holly of eastern North America with oblong leathery leaves and small black berries.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Ilex glabra is a common shrub in coastal plain bogs and swamps of eastern North America.
- The ripe fruit of ilex glabra is a favorite winter food for various birds and mammals.
- Ilex glabra is often used for hedges and topiaries in landscaping due to its compact growth.
- Ilex glabra leaves have a distinctive leathery texture, with serrated edges and pointed tips.
- The small black berries of ilex glabra are toxic to humans but provide sustenance for wildlife.