Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
myricoides
ID:
730311

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 7: 71 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729644



Common Names

  • Myricoides Holly
  • Myricoides Ilex
  • Myricoides


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Description

Ilex myricoides (also called Wax-leaved 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 myricoides 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 myricoides 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 myricoides is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Ilex myricoides

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

Ilex myricoides FAQ

What type of soil does Ilex myricoides prefer?

Ilex myricoides prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

How much sunlight does Ilex myricoides need?

Ilex myricoides prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight.

How often should Ilex myricoides be watered?

Ilex myricoides should be watered regularly, but not too often.

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