Ilex pachyphylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pachyphylla
ID:
730360
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 10: 318 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729693
Common Names
- Ilex pachyphylla
- Thick-leaved Holly
- Japanese Holly
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex pachyphylla (also called Thick-leaved holly, among many other common names) is a species of holly native to China. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing to 5 m tall, with glossy green leaves and white flowers in spring, followed by red berries in autumn. It is found in moist woods and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex pachyphylla is a species of holly native to China. It is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, and its berries are used to make jams and jellies. It is also used to make furniture and decorations.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ilex pachyphylla has small white flowers, black seeds and small seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ilex pachyphylla can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a bright, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Ilex pachyphylla
Ilex pachyphylla can be found in the southeastern United States and Mexico.
Ilex pachyphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex pachyphylla?
Ilex pachyphylla
What is the family of Ilex pachyphylla?
Aquifoliaceae
What is the common name of Ilex pachyphylla?
Thick-leaved Holly
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
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:83600-1: Based on the initial data import