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Holly
An evergreen shrub/tree with glossy, spiky leaves and bright red berries in winter. It’s a symbol of Christmas and provides vital shelter and food for birds.
Basic Information
Species:
Holly
Variety:
Scientific Name:
Ilex aquifolium
Cramond Trees Location
Related Tree Tags:
45, 46
Location:
Walled garden
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More about the Tree
Uses and Benefits:
Known for its glossy, spiky leaves and bright red berries, used in Christmas decorations. The wood is dense and white, prized for engraving, inlays, and chess pieces. The berries feed birds in winter.
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Fun facts:
Druids believed holly protected against lightning strikes.
Only female trees produce berries (if a male is nearby).
The spines are softer on older leaves - a defense against grazing animals.
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