Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
nipponica
ID:
730332

Status:
valid

Authors:
Makino

Source:
ksu

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 14: 34 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729665



Common Names

  • Ilex nipponica
  • Nippon Holly
  • Japanese Holly


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Description

Ilex nipponica (also called Japanese Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Japan. It typically grows to 10-15 feet in height and has dark green, leathery leaves with spiny margins. It prefers moist, acidic soils in partial shade and is often found in woodlands and along the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex nipponica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ilex nipponica are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex nipponica is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m (6 ft) tall. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered position and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist and in a warm, sheltered position.

Where to Find Ilex nipponica

Ilex nipponica can be found in Japan and Korea.

Ilex nipponica FAQ

What type of soil does Ilex nipponica prefer?

Ilex nipponica prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

How much sunlight does Ilex nipponica need?

Ilex nipponica prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight.

How often should Ilex nipponica be watered?

Ilex nipponica should be watered regularly, but not too often.

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,