Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
mucugensis
ID:
508106

Status:
valid

Authors:
Groppo

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 155: 153 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507438

Common Names

  • Mucugensis Ilex
  • Ilex mucugensis
  • Mucugensis Ilex

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Description

Ilex mucugensis (also called Mucuge Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to Brazil. It has small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is commonly found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex mucugensis is used for timber and is also used in traditional medicine for treating colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ilex mucugensis is a white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex mucugensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Ilex mucugensis

Ilex mucugensis is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Ilex mucugensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex mucugensis?

Ilex mucugensis

What is the natural habitat of Ilex mucugensis?

Dry grasslands

What is the flowering season of Ilex mucugensis?

Spring

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