Ecology & Conservation

Yaupon holly is one of Texas's most widespread native plants, supporting wildlife, pollinators, and healthy ecosystems across forests, woodlands, coastal habitats, and river corridors. Learn how yaupon fits into Texas landscapes and why it remains ecologically important today.

Yaupon holly supports far more than tea drinkers. Its flowers provide nectar for pollinators, its berries feed birds through fall and winter, and its evergreen structure offers year-round shelter for wildlife across Texas ecosystems.

Discover how yaupon supports Texas wildlife, provides year-round habitat, aids pollinators, and contributes to resilient native ecosystems across the state.