Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
tro
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Phys. Genève 1: 44. 1821
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001078551
Common Names
- Canadensis Holly
- Canadensis Ilex
- Canadian Holly
Description
Nemopanthus canadensis (also called Canada Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 15 feet tall. It has dark green, glossy leaves and produces small white flowers in the spring. It is native to the northeastern United States and is commonly found in moist woodlands and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Nemopanthus canadensis is a species of evergreen shrub native to North America. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used to create hedges and windbreaks. It is also used in the production of dyes and in the making of herbal teas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Nemopanthus canadensis are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Where to Find Nemopanthus canadensis
Nemopanthus canadensis can be found in eastern North America, from Newfoundland to Minnesota and south to Georgia.
Species in the Nemopanthus 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,