Common names:
Possumhaw
Possumhaw Holly
Deciduous Holly

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Herb/Forb
Cactus/Succulent
Life cycle:Biennial
Sun Requirements:Full Sun
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Water Preferences:Wet Mesic
Mesic
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 8a -12.2 °C (10 °F) to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 5a
Leaves:Malodorous
Flowers:Malodorous
Flower Color:Purple
Red
Flower Time:Spring
Inflorescence Type:Cyathium
Suitable Locations:Alpine Gardening
Topiary
Uses:Suitable for forage
Resistances:Powdery Mildew
Miscellaneous:Monocarpic
Conservation status:Near Threatened (NT)

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