Ilex azuensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
azuensis
ID:
729894
Status:
valid
Authors:
Loes.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 7: 516 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729227
Common Names
- Ilex Azuensis
- Azuen Holly
- Azuen Ilex
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex azuensis (also called Azu Holly, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Aquifoliaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub, typically growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to temperate regions of Asia, including Japan, China, and Korea. It is commonly found in woodlands, hedgerows, and other areas with moist, acidic soil.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex azuensis is often used as a groundcover in areas with full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden. It is also used as a border or edging plant, as well as in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ilex azuensis has small, white flowers with yellowish-green stripes. The seeds are small and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ilex azuensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Ilex azuensis should be fertilized regularly and watered during dry spells.
Where to Find Ilex azuensis
Ilex azuensis can be found in South America.
Ilex azuensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex azuensis?
Ilex azuensis
What is the common name of Ilex azuensis?
Azuen's Holly
What is the natural habitat of Ilex azuensis?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Ilex genus
Species in the Aquifoliaceae family
Ilex mucugensis, Ilex stenura, Ilex toroidea, Ilex guaramacalensis, Ilex abscondita, Ilex acutidenticulata, Ilex affinis, Ilex altiplana, Ilex amara, Ilex amazonensis, Ilex annamensis, Ilex anomala, Ilex antonii, Ilex apicidens, Ilex apiensis, Ilex aquifolium, Ilex aracamuniana, Ilex archeri, Ilex ardisiaefrons, Ilex arimensis, Ilex arnhemensis, Ilex atabapoensis, Ilex attenuata, Ilex auricula, Ilex azuensis, Ilex baasiana, Ilex barahonica, Ilex belizensis, Ilex berteroi, Ilex blancheana, Ilex blanchetii, Ilex brandegeeana, Ilex brasiliensis, Ilex brevipedicellata, Ilex bullata, Ilex canariensis, Ilex casiquiarensis, Ilex cassine, Ilex celebensis, Ilex chevalieri, Ilex chinensis, Ilex chiriquensis, Ilex ciliolata, Ilex clementis, Ilex clethriflora, Ilex cognata, Ilex colchica, Ilex condorensis, Ilex congesta, Ilex cookii,
References
Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:127706-2: Based on the initial data import