Yerba Mate Ilex paraguariensis Live Plant – 3–8 in, 3" Pot, Evergreen Beverage Plant

About This Plant

Yerba Mate, also known as Paraguay Tea, is an evergreen member of the holly family (Ilex paraguariensis). This live plant is a young, baby evergreen tree with the potential to grow into a substantial tree. Traditionally used for the caffeinated beverage mate from its leaves, Yerba Mate is grown as an edible beverage plant and can be grown in containers or landscapes.

What You Will Receive

1 live Yerba Mate plant (Ilex paraguariensis) in a 3-inch-deep nursery pot. Height is approximately 3–8 inches. Healthy, rooted baby plant. Evergreen edible beverage plant. Secure packaging for safe arrival.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Yerba Mate / Paraguay Tea
• Botanical Name: Ilex paraguariensis
• Plant Type: Evergreen tree / beverage plant
• Plant Size at Purchase: Baby live plant (3–8 inches tall)
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial sun
• Soil: Rich, well-draining soil that retains consistent moisture
• Watering: Regular; do not allow the soil to completely dry between waterings
• Fertilizer: Benefits from regular feeding during active growth (approx. 3-1-6)
• Growth Habit: Upright evergreen tree
• Growth Rate: Moderate under favorable conditions
• Mature Height: Up to ~40 feet in ideal conditions
• USDA Zones: 9–11
• Container Friendly: Yes when young; increase container size as the plant grows
• Edible Use: Mature leaves are traditionally processed into Yerba Mate tea

Care Tips

Keep the plant consistently moist but avoid waterlogged soil. After arrival, acclimate the plant before gradually increasing exposure to stronger sunlight. If leaves yellow or drop due to shipping stress, trim damaged foliage and provide warmth, consistent moisture, and adequate light to encourage new growth.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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