Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
medogensis
ID:
1248603

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.R.Li

Source:
tro

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 3: 351 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247941



Common Names

  • Ilex Medogensis
  • Medo Holly
  • Medo Ilex


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Description

Ilex medogensis (also called Medog Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to China and Vietnam. 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 medogensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex medogensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in a panicle. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex medogensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they are established.

Where to Find Ilex medogensis

Ilex medogensis is native to Yunnan Province, China.

Ilex medogensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex medogensis?

Ilex medogensis

What is the common name of Ilex medogensis?

Medog Holly

What is the natural habitat of Ilex medogensis?

Subtropical forests of China

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-50143826: Based on the initial data import
Ya Ru Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.R.Li' in the authors string.