Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
socorroensis
ID:
1265958

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
tro

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 4: 90 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265296

Common Names

  • Ilex socorroensis
  • Socorro Holly
  • Socorroensis Ilex

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Description

Ilex socorroensis (also called 'Socorro Holly', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to Socorro Island in Mexico, and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex socorroensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex socorroensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex socorroensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate drought and some salt. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ilex socorroensis

Ilex socorroensis can be found in the dry forests of Mexico.

Ilex socorroensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex socorroensis?

Ilex socorroensis

What is the common name of Ilex socorroensis?

Socorro Holly

What is the natural habitat of Ilex socorroensis?

Dry hillsides and canyons in Mexico

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