Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
congesta
ID:
729980

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reissek

Source:
ksu

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 11(1): 56 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729313



Common Names

  • Congesta Holly
  • Ilex congesta
  • Mountain Holly


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Description

Ilex congesta (also called Congested holly, among many other common names) is a species of holly native to the southeastern United States. It is a small evergreen tree or shrub that grows up to 6 m tall and has glossy oval leaves. It is found in moist woodlands, swamps, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex congesta 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 congesta 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 congesta can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Ilex congesta should be fertilized regularly and watered during dry spells.

Where to Find Ilex congesta

Ilex congesta can be found in the eastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to New York.

Ilex congesta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex congesta?

Ilex congesta

What type of plant is Ilex congesta?

It is an evergreen shrub

What is the natural habitat of Ilex congesta?

It is native to South America

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,