— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Japanese Holly (Ilex crenata). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Japanese Holly (Ilex crenata) is a versatile evergreen shrub or small tree native to East Asia, including regions such as Japan, Korea, and parts of China. Japanese Holly (Latin: Ilex crenata, family Aquifoliaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Japanese Holly is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Japanese Holly is a member of the Aquifoliaceae family native to ASS, CHN, CHC, CHS, EHM, and CHH. Japanese Holly thrives in full to partial sun and requires moist, well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Japanese Holly grows best in USDA zone 6-8, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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