Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
paraguariensis
ID:
730386

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.St.-Hil.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Hist. Nat. 9: 351 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729719

Common Names

  • Ilex paraguariensis
  • Paraguay Tea
  • Yerba Mate

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Description

Ilex paraguariensis (also called Yerba mate, among many other common names) is a species of holly native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing to 10 m tall, with glossy green leaves and white flowers in spring, followed by red berries in autumn. It is found in moist woods and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex paraguariensis is a species of holly native to Paraguay. It is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, and its berries are used to make jams and jellies. It is also used to make furniture and decorations.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ilex paraguariensis var. vestita Loes.
Ilex paraguariensis var. sincorensis Loes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex paraguariensis has small white flowers, black seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex paraguariensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a bright, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Ilex paraguariensis

Ilex paraguariensis can be found in Paraguay.

Ilex paraguariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex paraguariensis?

Ilex paraguariensis

What is the family of Ilex paraguariensis?

Aquifoliaceae

What is the common name of Ilex paraguariensis?

Yerba Mate

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