Long-stalk holly (Ilex pedunculosa)
Long-stalk holly, also known as Longstalk Holly, Tsuru-tsuge
The leaves are 1 to 2 cm in length, with elongated petioles. They grow in an alternate pattern and are oval-shaped, with a slightly leathery and glossy texture, giving them a generous appearance. The upper surface is dark green and smooth, while the underside is lighter, with a prominent midrib. The edges are smooth but exhibit a wavy form. The tree can reach heights of 3 to 7 meters. It flowers in spring to summer, with separate male and female flowers. Female flowers appear individually in the leaf axils, while male flowers are clustered into small white inflorescences. The fruit, which ripens to a red color in fall, is spherical, about 7 mm in diameter, and hangs on a 5 to 6 cm stalk.