It's true that holly leaves have sharp spines, and getting stuck by one can be painful. However, the leaves themselves are not poisonous.

The berries of holly are toxic to humans, but not to birds. Birds can safely eat them. It's important to keep holly berries out of reach of children and pets.

So, while a holly leaf prick can be irritating, it won't cause any long-term harm. Just be careful when handling the plant!