This small shrub is upright with spreading woody stems that form a compact rounded habit. It has glossy green pointed leathery leaves and the tiny whitish cup-shaped flowers appear in small clusters from spring to summer followed by small red berries.

Hardiness zones 9 to 11

Ilex dimorphophyllais naturally found on the Liukiu Islands of Japan growing in scrubland in well drained organic rich moist sandy soils. It prefers an open sunny position and is slightly drought and frost tolerant.

The Okinawan Holly is grown for its glossy foliage and small colourful berries. It is planted in small gardens along borders and trimmed to for m a low hedge. It is also grown in containers establishing in 2 to 3 years. It is suitable for coastal regions tolerating salt laden winds and can be planted in commercial sites, along driveways and in a sunny courtyard. ID 2757

Note:
This plant is not commonly cultivated outside its native environment and may be difficult to obtained, requiring a specialist nursery.

Ilex (EYE-lecks) dimorphophylla(die-mor-fo-FIL-la)

Aquifoliaceae(a-kwee-foh-lee-AY-see-ee)