Ilex prostrata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prostrata
ID:
730424
Status:
valid
Authors:
Groppo
Source:
cmp
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 57: 979 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729757
Common Names
- Ilex prostrata
- Prostrate Holly
- Japanese Holly
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex prostrata (also called Prostrate holly, among many other common names) is a species of holly native to Mexico. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing to 5 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 prostrata is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in floral arrangements. It can also be used as a hedge or screen plant, and its berries can be used to make jams, jellies, and wines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ilex prostrata are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ilex prostrata is a low-growing evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Ilex prostrata
Ilex prostrata can be found in the southeastern United States and Mexico.
Ilex prostrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex prostrata?
Ilex prostrata
What is the common name of Ilex prostrata?
Prostrate holly
What is the habitat of Ilex prostrata?
Moist, acidic soils in 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2861302: Based on the initial data import
Milton Groppo (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Groppo' in the authors string.