Status:
valid
Authors:
Loes.
Source:
tro
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. , Nachtr. 1: 219 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001078464
Common Names
- Quitensis Holly
- Quitensis Ilex
- Quito Holly
Description
Ilex quitensis (also called Quito Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has leathery, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, acidic soils in woodlands and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex quitensis is a species of holly native to Central America. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties. The berries are edible and can be used to make jams and jellies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ilex quitensis are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ilex quitensis is a shrub that grows in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Ilex quitensis
Ilex quitensis is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It is commonly cultivated as an ornamental plant.
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,