Species:
microwrightioides
Status:
valid
Authors:
Loes.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 7: 517 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729629
Common Names
- Microwrightioides Ilex
- Microwrightioides Holly
- Microwright Holly
Description
Ilex microwrightioides (also called Wright's Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It typically grows to 10-15 feet in height and has dark green, leathery leaves with spiny margins. It prefers moist, acidic soils in partial shade and is often found in woodlands and along the edges of swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex microwrightioides is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and berries. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ilex microwrightioides has small white flowers and black berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ilex microwrightioides is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.
Where to Find Ilex microwrightioides
Ilex microwrightioides is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in the wild in the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina.
Ilex microwrightioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex microwrightioides?
Ilex microwrightioides
What is the common name of Ilex microwrightioides?
Microwright's Holly
What is the natural habitat of Ilex microwrightioides?
Mountainous regions of the southeastern United States
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,