Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
duidae
ID:
730050

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gleason

Source:
cmp

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 58: 384 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729383



Common Names

  • Ilex Duidae
  • Duid Holly
  • Duid Ilex


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Description

Ilex duidae (also called Duida 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 Venezuela, and is found in forests, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex duidae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for topiary. The leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex duidae has small white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex duidae 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 duidae should be fertilized regularly and watered during dry spells.

Where to Find Ilex duidae

Ilex duidae is native to Cuba. It can be found in moist forests, at elevations of up to 1,000 m.

Ilex duidae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex duidae?

Ilex duidae

What is the common name of Ilex duidae?

Duida Holly

What type of plant is Ilex duidae?

Evergreen shrub

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-2860686: Based on the initial data import
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.