Hawai'i Holly (Ilex Anomala) is a perennial shrub, tree in the Aquifoliaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Ilex anomala is an evergreen shrub or tree native to the Hawaiian Islands, known commonly as Hawai'i holly or kāwaʻu.
Hawai'i Holly
Ilex Anomala
Ilex anomala is an evergreen shrub or tree native to the Hawaiian Islands, known commonly as Hawai'i holly or kāwaʻu.
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