Is Yaupon Holly Poisonous

The botanical name for yaupon (Texas holly) is Ilex vomitoria. However, the berries of yaupon and the other hollies are considered highly toxic to humans. … As few as six berries have caused a child to vomit, and 20-30 berries have caused fatalities in children.

Are yaupon hollies poisonous to dogs?

To put it simply, the berries of the holly plant are toxic—not only to dogs, but also to other animals and children. These berries remain attached to the plant while it’s still fresh, but as the plant dries, the berries loosen and may fall off of your décor and onto the floor.

Is holly poisonous to humans?

Like mistletoe and poinsettia, holly is prized for its beauty and feared for its rumored toxicity. But studies show that much like its two Christmas companions, holly is not quite as deadly as portrayed. Its berries, which contain a caffeinelike alkaloid, might cause irritation, but a fatal ingestion is unlikely.