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Common Names
- Mutisia ilicifolia
- Holly-Leaved Mutisia
- Holly-Leaved Daisy
Description
Mutisia ilicifolia (also called 'Holly-leaved Mutisia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It is a low-growing plant that typically grows to a height of about 15 cm. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Mutisia ilicifolia is a small, flowering shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has small, yellow flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used to add texture and color to landscaping.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Mutisia ilicifolia var. decandolleana (Phil. ex Reiche) Cabrera
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mutisia ilicifolia is yellow in color and has a single, long stem. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mutisia ilicifolia is a shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Mutisia ilicifolia
Mutisia ilicifolia is native to South America.
Mutisia ilicifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mutisia ilicifolia?
Mutisia ilicifolia
What type of plant is Mutisia ilicifolia?
Mutisia ilicifolia is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family.
Where does Mutisia ilicifolia grow?
Mutisia ilicifolia is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Species in the Mutisia genus
Mutisia subspinosa,
Mutisia araucana,
Mutisia cochabambensis,
Mutisia speciosa,
Mutisia splendens,
Mutisia linearifolia,
Mutisia comptoniaefolia,
Mutisia arequipensis,
Mutisia kurtzii,
Mutisia grandiflora,
Mutisia hamata,
Mutisia acuminata,
Mutisia mandoniana,
Mutisia mathewsii,
Mutisia orbignyana,
Mutisia tridens,
Mutisia rimbachii,
Mutisia vicia,
Mutisia macrophylla,
Mutisia intermedia,
Mutisia retrorsa,
Mutisia stuebelii,
Mutisia decurrens,
Mutisia sodiroi,
Mutisia ledifolia,
Mutisia glabrata,
Mutisia homoeantha,
Mutisia friesiana,
Mutisia ilicifolia,
Mutisia microneura,
Mutisia rosea,
Mutisia sinuata,
Mutisia venusta,
Mutisia oligodon,
Mutisia brachyantha,
Mutisia comptoniifolia,
Mutisia vicia,
Mutisia microcephala,
Mutisia microphylla,
Mutisia wurdackii,
Mutisia linifolia,
Mutisia cana,
Mutisia latifolia,
Mutisia lutzii,
Mutisia clematis,
Mutisia ilicifolia,
Mutisia magnifica,
Mutisia acerosa,
Mutisia spectabilis,
Mutisia campanulata,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,