Ilex mucronata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mucronata
ID:
1285177
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) M.Powell, Savol. & S.Andrews
Source:
tro
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55: 345 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284515
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex mucronata (also called 'Mucronate Ilex', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Asia. It has a rounded crown and grows to a height of 4-6 m. Its leaves are oblong-elliptic, with a pointed tip. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in savannas and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex mucronata is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ilex mucronata is small and white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
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Ilex mucronata can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Ilex mucronata
Ilex mucronata can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Ilex mucronata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex mucronata?
Ilex mucronata
What is the common name of Ilex mucronata?
Mucronate Holly
Where is Ilex mucronata native to?
Mexico
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 tro-50324092: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Susyn M. Andrews (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Andrews' in the authors string.
Martyn Powell (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Powell' in the authors string.
Vincent Savolainen (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Savol.' in the authors string.