Ilex verticillata


Ilex verticillata scientific classification

The ilex verticillata derives from the Ilex genus, Aquifoliaceae and Aquifoliales order.

Ilex verticillata name

It is also known american winterberry, black alder winterberry, brook alder, Canada holly, coralberry, deciduous holly, deciduous winterberry, false alder, fever bush, inkberry, Michigan holly, possumhaw, swampholly, Virginian winterberry, winterberry holly.

Ilex verticillata geographic location

Geographically, it has its origin in North America, Southeast Canada, , Southwest Asia.

Ilex verticillata structure

It has a maximum height of about 5m.

Ilex verticillata leaves

It has green leaves with a serrated margin and pointed apex. They can grow up to 9cm.

Ilex verticillata flowers

It has white flowers.

Ilex verticillata fruit

It has a red drupe up to 8mm diameter.

Ilex verticillata exposure

As to exposure it is suitable for direct sunlight.

Ilex verticillata soil

It prefers a acidic soil, between 3.7 and 6ph.

Ilex verticillata diseases

This plant is susceptible to pests like nematodes, scale, spittle bugs and spider mites.

Ilex verticillata propagation

The propagation can be made through seeds and cuttings.

Ilex verticillata uses

It is used mainly for ornamental purposes.

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