Ilex karuaiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
karuaiana
ID:
730189
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 323 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729522
Common Names
- Karuaiana Holly
- Karuaiana Ilex
- Karuaiana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex karuaiana (also called Karuaian holly, among many other common names) is a species of holly native to the Caribbean. 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 karuaiana is a species of holly native to Mexico and Central America. It is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in landscaping. The leaves can be used to make tea and the berries can be used to make jams and jellies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ilex karuaiana has a white flower with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ilex karuaiana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the plants should be moved to a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Ilex karuaiana
Ilex karuaiana is native to New Guinea.
Ilex karuaiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex karuaiana?
Ilex karuaiana
What is the common name of Ilex karuaiana?
Karuaiana holly
Where is Ilex karuaiana native to?
Venezuela
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-2860909: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.