Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
matanoana
ID:
730280

Status:
valid

Authors:
Makino

Source:
ksu

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 27: 77 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729613



Common Names

  • Matano's Holly
  • Matano's Ilex
  • Matano Holly


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Description

Ilex matanoana (also called Matano Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to Japan, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex matanoana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and berries. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex matanoana has small white flowers and black berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex matanoana 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 matanoana

Ilex matanoana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Ilex matanoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex matanoana?

Ilex matanoana

What is the common name of Ilex matanoana?

Matano's Holly

What is the natural habitat of Ilex matanoana?

Mountainous regions of the southeastern United States

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,