Yerba Mate Live Starter Plant (Ilex paraguariensis) - Ready to Transplant

About This Plant

Live Yerba Mate plant (Ilex paraguariensis), well-rooted and ready to transplant. Grown naturally, non-GMO and pesticide-free. Thrives in warm, humid environments and tolerates partial to full sun. Traditionally used to brew South American caffeinated tea (mate) and regarded as a productive superleaf.

What You Will Receive

A live Yerba Mate starter plant (Ilex paraguariensis) sourced from a mature, healthy plant line, suitable for container or garden bed. Ready to transplant into your desired growing space.

• Form: live plant (starter cutting, well-rooted)
• Species: Ilex paraguariensis
• Usage: source of traditional mate tea
• Growing in: warm, humid environments; zones 9–11 suitable for outdoor year-round growth
• Water: moderate; soil should be moist but not soggy
• Light: partial to full sun

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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