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Questions and Answers: 2020

Question: Arthur, Are you aware of long-stalked holly, Ilex pedunculosa, spreading into the landscape from ornamental plantings? A single tree which …

  • Question

    Arthur, Are you aware of long-stalked holly, Ilex pedunculosa, spreading into the landscape from ornamental plantings? A single tree which I believe is a young long-stalked holly was found in the southern section of Crane Wildlife Management Area, Falmouth, MA. I am aware of a planted specimen at MAS Ashumet Sanctuary which is nearby.

    Answer

    Donald, good morning. I have not yet seen records of Ilex pedunculosa as naturalized in New England. I've checked around a bit and there are no records of this plant naturalized in North America. If you are certain of this species introduction into MA, it would be a new North American record. Keep me posted please!