Carolina Holly is a deciduous holly with bright red berries that persist into winter, providing a splash of color. It is a shrub or small tree that is often found in mixed hardwood forests. The berries are mildly toxic to humans but a valuable food source for birds.
Habitat
It is found in dry, sandy soils and mixed forests of the southeastern United States.
Diet
Birds eat its berries, which helps in seed dispersal.
How common
Rare
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