Definition

1. Noun:
   • A type of holly tree: "deciduous holly" refers to a species of holly tree that sheds its leaves annually, unlike the more common evergreen hollies. It is characterized by its bright red berries and loss of foliage in the fall.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The garden features a beautiful deciduous holly that turns a brilliant yellow in autumn.
  • Birds are attracted to the red berries of the deciduous holly during winter.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical classification: The term is used to specify hollies within the genus that are not evergreen, such as (Possumhaw) or (Winterberry).
  • The deciduous holly, Ilex verticillata, is prized for its persistent winter fruit.

Variants and Related Words

• Winterberry (n): A common name for , a specific type of deciduous holly.
  • Winterberry is a popular deciduous holly used in holiday decorations.
• Possumhaw (n): A common name for , another type of deciduous holly.
  • The possumhaw is a deciduous holly native to the southeastern United States.

Synonyms

• Deciduous ilex: A more technical synonym.
• Leaf-shedding holly: A descriptive synonym.

Related Phrases

• "Deciduous holly bush": Refers to the shrub form of the plant.
  • She planted a deciduous holly bush near the fence.

Noun

1. a holly tree