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American Holly

Ilex opaca

Least Concern

About

The American Holly (Ilex opaca) is a species in the genus Ilex. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Found in India.

🇮🇳 India

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (plantas)
Phylum
Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)
Class
Magnoliopsida (Dicots)
Order
Aquifoliales (Aquifoliales)
Family
Aquifoliaceae
Genus
Ilex
Species
Ilex opaca (American Holly)

Names in Other Languages

French houx d'Amérique
German amerikanische Stechpalme

Similar Species in Ilex

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Azevinho
Ilex aquifolium
Least Concern
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Caá
Ilex paraguariensis
Near Threatened
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Perado
Ilex perado
Least Concern
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Argentina Holly
Ilex argentina
Data Deficient
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Chinese holly
Ilex cornuta
Least Concern
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Clustered Holly
Ilex aggregata
Least Concern
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Catberry
Ilex mucronata
Least Concern
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guayusa
Ilex guayusa
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Holly?
The scientific name of American Holly is Ilex opaca. It belongs to the genus Ilex.
What is the conservation status of American Holly?
American Holly (Ilex opaca) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does American Holly live?
American Holly is found in Found in India.. Countries include India.
What family does American Holly belong to?
American Holly (Ilex opaca) belongs to the genus Ilex, which is part of the taxonomic family Aquifoliaceae.
Is American Holly endangered?
No, American Holly (Ilex opaca) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does American Holly belong to?
American Holly (Ilex opaca) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of American Holly?
The closest relatives of American Holly in the genus Ilex include Azevinho, Caá, Perado, Argentina Holly, Box-Leaf Holly.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Ilex — 20 Species

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Azevinho
Ilex aquifolium
LC 🐾
Caá
Ilex paraguariensis
NT 🐾
Perado
Ilex perado
LC 🐾
Argentina Holly
Ilex argentina
DD 🐾
Box-Leaf Holly
Ilex crenata
NE 🐾
Catberry
Ilex mucronata
LC 🐾
Chinese holly
Ilex cornuta
LC 🐾
Clustered Holly
Ilex aggregata
LC 🐾
guayusa
Ilex guayusa
LC 🐾
Biscuitwood
Ilex arimensis
LC 🐾
Himalayan holly
Ilex dipyrena
LC 🐾
Dahoon
Ilex cassine
LC 🐾
Highclere holly
Ilex altaclerensis
NE 🐾
Sintenis' holly
Ilex obcordata
LC 🐾
Kurogane holly
Ilex rotunda
LC 🐾
Bay Gallbush
Ilex coriacea
LC 🐾
Appalachian Tea
Ilex glabra
LC 🐾
African Holly
Ilex mitis
LC 🐾
Georgia Holly
Ilex longipes
LC 🐾
Perny's holly
Ilex pernyi
LC
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