Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
fragilis
ID:
730101

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 1: 602 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729434



Common Names

  • Ilex Fragilis
  • Fragile Holly
  • Fragile Ilex


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Synonyms

  • Ilex burmanica Merr. [unknown]
  • Ilex fragilis subcoriacea C.J.Tseng [unknown]

Description

Ilex fragilis (also called Chinese holly, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub or small tree in the Aquifoliaceae family. It is native to China, Taiwan, and Japan, and typically grows in forests, shrublands, and grasslands. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex fragilis is a species of holly native to Mexico and Central America. It is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in landscaping. The leaves can be used to make tea and the berries can be used to make jams and jellies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ilex fragilis for. kingii Loes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex fragilis has small white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex fragilis 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 fragilis should be fertilized regularly and watered during dry spells.

Where to Find Ilex fragilis

Ilex fragilis is native to Cuba. It can be found in moist forests, at elevations of up to 1,000 m.

Ilex fragilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex fragilis?

Ilex fragilis

What type of plant is Ilex fragilis?

Evergreen shrub

What is the natural habitat of Ilex fragilis?

Woodlands and thickets

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