Ilex neblinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neblinensis
ID:
730318
Status:
valid
Authors:
Edwin
Source:
cmp
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 12(3): 144 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729651
Common Names
- Neblinensis Holly
- Neblinensis Ilex
- Neblin Holly
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex neblinensis (also called Neblina 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 neblinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ilex neblinensis has small white flowers and red berries. The seeds are 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 neblinensis is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m (10 ft) tall. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered position and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist and in a warm, sheltered position.
Where to Find Ilex neblinensis
Ilex neblinensis is native to Venezuela and can be found in the wild in the states of Amazonas, Bolívar, and Delta Amacuro.
Ilex neblinensis FAQ
What type of soil does Ilex neblinensis prefer?
Ilex neblinensis prefers well-drained, acidic soil.
How much sunlight does Ilex neblinensis need?
Ilex neblinensis prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight.
How often should Ilex neblinensis be watered?
Ilex neblinensis 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2861137: Based on the initial data import
Gabriel Edwin (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Edwin' in the authors string.