Invasives

Winterberry and Bittersweet: Part 2

February 28, 2022January 31, 2023 Kathleen D. Fahey

Written by Kiah Walker, Biologist at Minute Man National Historical Park Winterberry (Ilex verticillata) and the invasive Asian bittersweet (Celastrus orbiculatus) grow throughout Minute Man National Historical Park. Birds such […]

Plants

Winterberry and Bittersweet: Part 1

February 10, 2022January 31, 2023 Kathleen D. Fahey

Which one is winterberry? Winterberry (Ilex verticillata) and Asian bittersweet (Celastrus orbiculatus) grow throughout Minute Man National Historical Park. Both retain their bright red fruits in winter, providing a food […]