One example of an evergreen tree with prickly leaves is the holly tree. Holly trees have glossy, dark green leaves that are typically spiky or prickly along the edges. They produce red berries in the winter months.
The plant with its shiny green prickly leaves and red berry has come to stand for peace and joy, people often settle arguments under a holly tree
Holly was used by the ancient Druids for their holiday of Saturnalia. Early Christians claimed that the red berries of holly were changed by the blood of Christ to turn them red and that the prickly leaves were a symbol of Christ's suffering.
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Very prickly and sharp. Where the saying cotton eyed Joe camp from. Cotton poked him in the eye and made him blind
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That is one prickly rose. The prickly side of the leaves made it hard to pull the weeds. She gave a prickly response when asked, "How are you today?" My girlfriend's mood reminded me of the prickly bushes of a thicket.
A holly tree typically has simple leaves. Each leaf is usually oval or elliptical in shape with a smooth margin.
No, holly leaves can have varying numbers of spikes depending on the species and cultivar. Some holly leaves may have more spikes, while others may have fewer.