Holly (Ilex aquifoliaceae) is found as trees, evergreens and climbers in the tropics to moderate climate areas, from sea level to high mountains of 2000 meters. There are between 400 to 600 different species of this flowering plant. It has alternate, glossy serrated leaves. They grow up to 25 meters tall. The flower has four greenish white petals. Its berries are usually red to brown or black and each stalk holds about 10 berries. They prefer slightly acidic soil that is moist and well-drained. They thrive in full sun to light shade. The evergreens remind us during the year of the immortality of nature.

Known for its ability to repel Dementors, wands made of Holly are useful for Defense Against the Dark Arts, but will reduce your power in Hexes. Its ideal owner has a tendency to anger.