Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
dumosa
ID:
730051

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reissek

Source:
cmp

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 11(1): 64 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729384



Common Names

  • Ilex Dumosa
  • Dumosa Holly
  • Dumosa Ilex


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Synonyms

  • Ilex crepitans Bonpl. ex Miers [unknown]
  • Ilex humboldtiana Bonpl. ex Miers [unknown]
  • Ilex paraguariensis longifolia Reissek [unknown]
  • Ilex amara microphylla Loes. [unknown]
  • Ilex dumosa montevidensis Loes. [unknown]
  • Ilex dumosa mosenii Loes. [unknown]
  • Ilex dumosa dumosa [unknown]
  • Ilex amara densiserrata Loes. [unknown]
  • Ilex amara crepitans Loes. [unknown]
  • Ilex amara muenteriana Loes. [unknown]
  • Ilex dumosa montevideensis Loes. [unknown]

Description

Ilex dumosa (also called woolly 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 Mexico, and is found in forests, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex dumosa 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ilex dumosa var. guaranina Loes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

Where to Find Ilex dumosa

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

Ilex dumosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex dumosa?

Ilex dumosa

What is the common name of Ilex dumosa?

Dumosa Holly

What type of plant is Ilex dumosa?

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