Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
730291

Status:
valid

Authors:
Triana & Planch.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 5, 16: 376 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729624



Common Names

  • Micrantha Holly
  • Micrantha Ilex
  • Microphylla Holly


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Description

Ilex micrantha (also called Dwarf Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It typically grows to 10-15 feet in height and has dark green, leathery leaves with spiny margins. It prefers moist, acidic soils in partial shade and is often found in woodlands and along the edges of swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex micrantha 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 micrantha 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 micrantha is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Ilex micrantha

Ilex micrantha is native to Mexico and can be found in the wild in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Ilex micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex micrantha?

Ilex micrantha

What is the common name of Ilex micrantha?

Micrantha Holly

What is the natural habitat of Ilex micrantha?

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,

References

José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:83517-1: Based on the initial data import