Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
costata
ID:
729991

Status:
valid

Authors:
Edwin

Source:
ksu

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 12(3): 137 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729324



Common Names

  • Costata Holly
  • Ilex costata
  • Mountain Holly


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Description

Ilex costata (also called Japanese holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Japan, and is found in forests, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex costata 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 costata 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 costata is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Ilex costata

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

Ilex costata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex costata?

Ilex costata

What type of plant is Ilex costata?

It is an evergreen shrub

What is the natural habitat of Ilex costata?

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,