Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
dicarpa
ID:
1248581

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.R.Li

Source:
tro

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 3: 352 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247919



Common Names

  • Ilex Dicarpa
  • Ilex
  • Ilex Dicarpa


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Description

Ilex dicarpa (also called Two-fruit Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to China. It has leathery, elliptic leaves and small white flowers. It grows in forests, thickets and scrublands at elevations of 500-2,200m.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex dicarpa is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and is also used to treat fever, rheumatism, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex dicarpa flowers are small, white and have four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex dicarpa is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Ilex dicarpa

Ilex dicarpa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Ilex dicarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex dicarpa?

Ilex dicarpa

What is the common name of Ilex dicarpa?

Mountain Holly

What is the natural habitat of Ilex dicarpa?

Mountainous regions of the southeastern United States

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50143794: Based on the initial data import
Ya Ru Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.R.Li' in the authors string.