Holly (Yaupon)

Photo from: https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/ilex-vomitoria/

Available at the Emerson and McClanahan Food Forests

Important Facts

• Berries are not edible
• Tea can provide an energy boost
• Filled with vitamins and antioxidants

Harvest and Uses

• Only youngest leaves and buds can be used to make the tea
• Brighter and lighter green leaves are suitable for making into tea