Ilex crenata 'Golden Gem' is a compact, evergreen, hardy shrub with, glossy golden yellow leaves on purplish stems.
In late spring it produces tiny white insignificant flowers. Ilex crenata sp have male and female flowers on separate plants, Golden Gem is an all male cultivar so doesn't produce any fruit.
Like all of these species this cultivar doesn't do well in hot and humid areas. In cooler climates the dense attractive foliage creates great hedging.