July 22, 2022 by mgnvmmfIlex_opaca_spine-tipped_leaves_Jul_MMF Broadleaf evergreen Ilex opaca (American holly) leaves are tipped with few-to-many short spines, which may deter herbivory. Photo © Mary Free About mgnvmmf Previous Post:Ilex_opaca_spine-tipped_leaves_Jul_MMF