Status:
valid
Authors:
Aiton
Source:
cmp
Year:
1789
Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. 1: 169 (1789)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729730
Common Names
- Ilex perado
- Perado Holly
- Japanese Holly
Synonyms
- Ilex crassifolia Meerb. [unknown]
- Ilex maderensis Lam. [unknown]
Description
Ilex perado (also called Perado holly, among many other common names) is a species of holly native to the Canary Islands. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing to 4 m tall, with glossy green leaves and white flowers in spring, followed by red berries in autumn. It is found in moist woods and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex perado is a species of holly native to Mexico. It is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, and its berries are used to make jams and jellies. It is also used to make furniture and decorations.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ilex perado sub. azorica Tutin
Ilex perado sub. platyphylla (Webb & Berthel.) Tutin
Ilex perado for. umbrosa P.Silva & Q.J.P.Silva
Ilex perado sub. lopezlilloi (G.Kunkel) A.Hansen & Sunding
Ilex perado sub. iberica (Loes.) S.Andrews
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ilex perado has small white flowers, black seeds and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ilex perado 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 perado
Ilex perado can be found in the southeastern United States and Mexico.
Ilex perado FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex perado?
Ilex perado
What is the common name of Ilex perado?
Perado holly
What is the habitat of Ilex perado?
Moist, acidic soils in 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,