Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
anomala
ID:
729863

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. : 111 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729196

Common Names

  • Uneven Holly
  • Ilex anomala
  • Uneven-Leaf Holly

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Synonyms

  • Polystigma hookeri Meisn. [unknown]
  • Byronia anomala A.Heller [unknown]
  • Byronia helleri H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Byronia hookeri Steud. [unknown]
  • Byronia sandwicensis Endl. [unknown]
  • Byronia taitensis A.Gray [unknown]
  • Ilex hawaiensis S.Y.Hu [unknown]
  • Ilex marquesensis F.Br. [unknown]
  • Ilex sandwicensis Loes. [unknown]
  • Ilex taitensis (A.Gray) J.W.Moore [unknown]

Description

Ilex anomala (also called Anomalous Holly, among many other common names) is a species of holly native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex apicidens is often used as a groundcover in areas with full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden. It is also used as a border or edging plant, as well as in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex anomala has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, rounded and dark brown in colour. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex anomala is a perennial plant native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by division or seed. The plant will spread by underground rhizomes and can become invasive in some areas.

Where to Find Ilex anomala

Ilex anomala is native to Central and South America, particularly in Colombia and Ecuador.

Ilex anomala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex anomala?

Ilex anomala

What is the common name of Ilex anomala?

Anomalous Holly

What is the natural habitat of Ilex anomala?

Woodlands and shrublands

Species in the Ilex genus

Species in the Aquifoliaceae family

Ilex mucugensis, Ilex stenura, Ilex toroidea, Ilex guaramacalensis, Ilex abscondita, Ilex acutidenticulata, Ilex affinis, Ilex altiplana, Ilex amara, Ilex amazonensis, Ilex annamensis, Ilex anomala, Ilex antonii, Ilex apicidens, Ilex apiensis, Ilex aquifolium, Ilex aracamuniana, Ilex archeri, Ilex ardisiaefrons, Ilex arimensis, Ilex arnhemensis, Ilex atabapoensis, Ilex attenuata, Ilex auricula, Ilex azuensis, Ilex baasiana, Ilex barahonica, Ilex belizensis, Ilex berteroi, Ilex blancheana, Ilex blanchetii, Ilex brandegeeana, Ilex brasiliensis, Ilex brevipedicellata, Ilex bullata, Ilex canariensis, Ilex casiquiarensis, Ilex cassine, Ilex celebensis, Ilex chevalieri, Ilex chinensis, Ilex chiriquensis, Ilex ciliolata, Ilex clementis, Ilex clethriflora, Ilex cognata, Ilex colchica, Ilex condorensis, Ilex congesta, Ilex cookii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2860371: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.