Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
ilicifolia
ID:
1044572

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
tro

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Zoe 5: 236 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001043910

Common Names

  • Holographis ilicifolia
  • Ilicifolia Holographis
  • Ilicifolia Snakeherb

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Description

Holographis ilicifolia (also called Holly-leaved Holographis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is a small, shrubby plant with a short, erect stem and ovate-lanceolate leaves. It is native to Central and South America and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Holographis ilicifolia is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and as a houseplant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Holographis ilicifolia is white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Holographis ilicifolia can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Holographis ilicifolia

Holographis ilicifolia is native to Mexico and Central America.

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.