Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
kunthiana
ID:
737697

Status:
valid

Authors:
Triana

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 5, 16: 375 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000737030



Common Names

  • Holly-leaved Oak
  • Evergreen Oak
  • Kunth's Holly


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Description

Ilex kunthiana (also called Kunth's Holly, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, white flowers and oval-shaped, dark green leaves. It grows in open forests and woodlands, often on rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex kunthiana is a popular ornamental tree that is often used in landscaping. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues, such as diarrhea and constipation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ilex kunthiana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex kunthiana is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is best grown in a sheltered location.

Where to Find Ilex kunthiana

Ilex kunthiana is a species of holly native to Mexico. It can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Michoacán, Oaxaca, Puebla, and Veracruz.

Ilex kunthiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex kunthiana?

Ilex kunthiana

What is the common name of Ilex kunthiana?

Kunth's Holly

What type of plant is Ilex kunthiana?

Evergreen shrub

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,

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