Inkberry
Ilex glabra
Description:
Midsized evergreen, dioecious shrub of acidic soils. The only Ilex species to sucker. 6 to 8 feet tall. Female plant makes shiny black berries. Partial shade to shade. Prefers moisture but can tolerate dry conditions. Flowers mid June to early July. Fruits mid September to November.
Plant Overview:
| Other Common Names: | Gallberry |
| Plant Family: | Aquifoliaceae |
| Plant Duration: | Perennial |
| Plant Type: | Shrubs/Subshrub |
| Attracts Pollinators and Wildlife: | Bees, Birds |
| Bloom Time: | Mid June to early July |
| Fruit Timing: | Mid September to November |
| Global and State Rank: | G5, S5 |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | No |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Sandy |
| Soil Moisture: | Wet |
| Soil pH: | Acidic, Slightly Acidic |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Patial shade to shade |
| Light Range: | Partial Shade, Shade |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Wet |