Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
dioica
ID:
730034

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wright. 1: 171 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729367

Common Names

  • Dioica Holly
  • Ilex dioica
  • Mountain Holly

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Synonyms

  • Prinos dioicus Vahl [unknown]
  • Ilex dioica gracilior Loes. [unknown]

Description

Ilex dioica (also called dioecious holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Mexico, and is found in forests, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex dioica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for topiary. The leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ilex dioica var. fendleri Loes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex dioica has small white flowers that are borne in clusters of up to five. The flowers have four petals and are about 0.5 inches in diameter. The fruits are small, round, black berries that are about 0.25 inches in diameter. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves that are about 0.5 inches long. The leaves are dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex dioica is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Ilex dioica

Ilex dioica is native to Cuba. It can be found in moist forests, at elevations of up to 1,000 m.

Ilex dioica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex dioica?

Ilex dioica

What is the common name of Ilex dioica?

Two-sex Holly

What type of plant is Ilex dioica?

Evergreen shrub

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