Ilex triflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triflora
ID:
730564
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
cmp
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 1150 (1827)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729897
Common Names
- Ilex triflora
- Triflora Holly
- Triflora
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex triflora (also called Triflora Holly, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has glossy, dark green leaves with spines along the edges and small white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in woodlands and along the edges of forests, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex triflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge or screen. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ilex triflora var. kanehirai (Yamam.) S.Y.HuFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ilex triflora has small white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval leaves with toothed margins.
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Ilex triflora 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 triflora
Ilex triflora is native to Brazil. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often in areas with high humidity.
Ilex triflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex triflora?
Ilex triflora
What is the common name of Ilex triflora?
Triflora Holly
What is the natural habitat of Ilex triflora?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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-2861572: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.