Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
steyermarkii
ID:
730518

Status:
valid

Authors:
Edwin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 12(3): 143 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729851



Common Names

  • Steyermark's Holly
  • Steyermark's Ilex
  • Steyermarkii Holly


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Description

Ilex steyermarkii (also called Steyermark's Holly, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has glossy, dark green leaves with spines along the edges and small white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in woodlands and along the edges of forests, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex steyermarkii 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 steyermarkii has white flowers, small black seeds and seedlings that are dark green and glossy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex steyermarkii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m (6.5 ft) in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Ilex steyermarkii

Ilex steyermarkii is native to Central and South America.

Ilex steyermarkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex steyermarkii?

Ilex steyermarkii

What is the common name of Ilex steyermarkii?

Steyermark's Holly

What is the natural habitat of Ilex steyermarkii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-2861477: Based on the initial data import
Gabriel Edwin (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Edwin' in the authors string.