Question: It does not look like common winter berry that grows near wetlands. Is this smooth winterberry? Located in a woodland …
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It does not look like common winter berry that grows near wetlands. Is this smooth winterberry? Located in a woodland with standing water earlier in the year. Leaves are thin, almost papery, and smooth.
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Dear nemerson, While your plant may be smooth winterberry (Ilex laevigata), I can't confirm this for you without a better view of the fruits. Specifically, I need to see the persistent sepals on the lower side of the fruit (to observe the presence or +/- absence of cilia). It is a good candidate for your hypothesis, but I can't confirm from the image supplied. Best wishes.
