Status:
valid
Authors:
C.F.Mill. & M.Kim
Source:
ksu
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Korean J. Pl. Taxon. 32: 284 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729946
Common Names
- Ilex wandoensis
- Wandoensis Holly
- Wandoensis
Description
Ilex wandoensis (also called Wando Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Maryland. It grows in moist, acidic soils in swamps, bogs, and other wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex wandoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge or screen. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ilex wandoensis has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. Seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ilex wandoensis can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Ilex wandoensis
Ilex wandoensis is found in South Korea.
Ilex wandoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex wandoensis?
Ilex wandoensis
What is the common name of Ilex wandoensis?
Wando holly
What is the natural habitat of Ilex wandoensis?
It is native to South Carolina.
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
Muyeol Kim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kim' in the authors string.
C.F. Miller: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Mill.' in the authors string.