Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
condorensis
ID:
729978

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre

Source:
ksu

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Fl. Forest. Cochinch. : t. 279 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729311



Common Names

  • Condorensis Holly
  • Ilex condorensis
  • Mountain Holly


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Description

Ilex condorensis (also called Yerba mate, among many other common names) is a species of holly native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It is a small evergreen tree or shrub that grows up to 10 m tall and has glossy oval leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex condorensis is a species of holly native to the Caribbean. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves are used to make tea and the bark is used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex condorensis has small white flowers that are borne in clusters of up to five. The flowers have four petals and are about 0.5 inches in diameter. The fruits are small, round, black berries that are about 0.25 inches in diameter. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves that are about 0.5 inches long. The leaves are dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex condorensis is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 15 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Layering is done by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch will then form roots and can be cut off and transplanted.

Where to Find Ilex condorensis

Ilex condorensis can be found in the Caribbean region, including the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Puerto Rico.

Ilex condorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex condorensis?

Ilex condorensis

What type of plant is Ilex condorensis?

It is an evergreen shrub

What is the natural habitat of Ilex condorensis?

It is native to the Caribbean

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,