Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
obcordata
ID:
730342

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. Occid. 1: 338 (1797)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729675



Common Names

  • Ilex obcordata
  • Oblique-leaved Holly
  • Japanese Holly


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Description

Ilex obcordata (also called Heart-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 obcordata 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ilex obcordata var. vaccinioides (Loes.) P.A.González

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex obcordata has small white flowers, black seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex obcordata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a bright, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Ilex obcordata

Ilex obcordata can be found in the western United States and Mexico.

Ilex obcordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex obcordata?

Ilex obcordata

What is the family of Ilex obcordata?

Aquifoliaceae

What is the common name of Ilex obcordata?

Heart-leaved Holly

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