Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Aquifoliaceae

Genus:

Ilex

Species:

Ilex cornuta

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Height:

8-12 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

jan, feb, mar, apr, may, dec

Bloom Colors:

red, white

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Kentucky, North Carolina

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★★☆☆☆ Based on number of butterfly and moth species using this genus as host plant (Source: National Wildlife Federation)

Bee Keystone:

★★★★★ Based on number of native bee species using this genus for pollen and nectar (Source: National Wildlife Federation)

Reported Fauna Sightings

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to forested areas with ample organic matter