Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
savannarum
ID:
730480

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wurdack

Source:
cmp

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10(4): 3 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729813



Common Names

  • Savannarum Ilex
  • Savannarum Holly
  • Savannarum


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Synonyms

  • Ilex savannarum savannarum [unknown]

Description

Ilex savannarum (also called Savanna Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex savannarum is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in floral arrangements. It can also be used as a hedge or screen plant, and its berries can be used to make jams, jellies, and wines.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ilex savannarum var. morichei Edwin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex savannarum has small white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval leaves with toothed margins.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex savannarum is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ilex savannarum

Ilex savannarum can be found in the Caribbean region, including the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Puerto Rico.

Ilex savannarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex savannarum?

Ilex savannarum

What is the common name of Ilex savannarum?

Savannarum Holly

What is the natural habitat of Ilex savannarum?

Tropical rainforests

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