Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ilicifolia
ID:
1134437

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) Rouleau

Source:
tro

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 47: 362 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001133775



Common Names

  • Holly-leaved Poplar
  • Ilicifolia Poplar
  • Holly-leaf Poplar


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Description

Populus ilicifolia (also called Holly-Leaf Poplar, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree, typically growing up to 20 m tall. It is native to North America, and is commonly found in moist soils in valleys, along streams, and in other wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Populus ilicifolia is used for making furniture, paper, and fuel. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Populus ilicifolia flowers are small, yellow, and grow in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a short, thick, and curved beak. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Populus ilicifolia is a deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 50 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done through cuttings taken in the summer or fall. These should be taken from healthy, disease-free trees and placed in a rooting medium such as sand or perlite. Once rooted, the cuttings can be planted in the ground or in containers.

Where to Find Populus ilicifolia

Populus ilicifolia is native to the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Populus genus

Populus deltoides, Populus inopina, Populus euphratica, Populus fremontii, Populus canescens, Populus candicans, Populus balsamifera, Populus berolinensis, Populus brayshawii, Populus berkarensis, Populus simonii, Populus smithii, Populus suaveolens, Populus tadshikistanica, Populus tomentosa, Populus tremula, Populus rollandii, Populus rouleauiana, Populus trichocarpa, Populus tremuloides, Populus odorata, Populus parryi, Populus moscoviensis, Populus nigra, Populus grandidentata, Populus hopeiensis, Populus hinckleyana, Populus heterophylla, Populus hastata, Populus alba, Populus acuminata, Populus jackii, Populus kanjilaliana, Populus hybrida, Populus brandegeei, Populus heimburgeri, Populus generosa, Populus angustifolia, Populus mexicana, Populus ciliata, Populus mexicana, Populus tomentosa, Populus cathayana, Populus amurensis, Populus berolinensis, Populus cataracti, Populus glaucicomans, Populus iliensis, Populus laurifolia, Populus macrocarpa,

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-28300919: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Ernest Rouleau (1916-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rouleau' in the authors string.