American holly is the only one of more than a dozen holly species in the United States used in wood products. Best development is in the South although its range extends up the East Coast and into the Ohio Valley. Its ivory-white heartwood is unique. Though used in many specialty products, it has never been used in large amounts. The wood is hard, moderately heavy, works well with tools, and will take almost any dye or stain. Commercially, Christmas decorations made from the foliage and fruit are holly's primary use.