Ilex nemorosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nemorosa
ID:
730322
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rizzini
Source:
ksu
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Leandra 5(6): 43 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729655
Common Names
- Nemorosa Holly
- Nemorosa Ilex
- Nemorosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex nemorosa (also called Forest 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 nemorosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ilex nemorosa has small white flowers and black berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ilex nemorosa is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m (6 ft) tall. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered position and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist and in a warm, sheltered position.
Where to Find Ilex nemorosa
Ilex nemorosa 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 nemorosa FAQ
What type of soil does Ilex nemorosa prefer?
Ilex nemorosa prefers well-drained, acidic soil.
How much sunlight does Ilex nemorosa need?
Ilex nemorosa prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight.
How often should Ilex nemorosa be watered?
Ilex nemorosa should be watered regularly, but not too often.
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
Carlos Toledo Rizzini (1921-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rizzini' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:288886-2: Based on the initial data import