Here’s a dive into the many ways Sea Grapes enhance butterfly gardens in coastal regions of the U.S. southeast.
Holly (Ilex)
How Do You Make Native American “Black Drink Tea”?
The Native American Black Drink, also known as Asi or Cassina, is a traditional beverage made from the leaves of the Black Drink Holly plant (Ilex nigrumpotum), formerly known as Yaupon.
Is Black Drink Holly a Host Plant for Butterflies?
Several butterfly species utilize Black Drink Holly as a food source for their caterpillars
Is Black Drink Holly Good for Butterflies?
Yes, Black Drink Holly (Ilex nigrumpotum) is good for butterflies because it acts as a host plant for butterfly larvae. Several butterfly species utilize Black Drink Holly as a food source for their caterpillars. For example, the Henry’s Elfin butterfly (Callophrys henrici) and the Duskywing butterflies (Erynnis spp.) are known […]
What is Ilex Vomitoria?
Out of respect for Native America, and to better reflect the plant and its history, Johnny Butterflyseed renames Yaupon Holly (Ilex Vomitoria) to Black Drink Holly (Ilex nigrumpotum).