Ilex peiradena - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peiradena
ID:
1220191
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Y.Hu
Source:
tro
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 31: 62 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001219529
Common Names
- Peiradena Holly
- Peiradena Ilex
- Chinese Holly
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex peiradena (also called Peiradena Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. Native to China, it is found in forests, thickets, and along streams. It has leathery, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex peiradena is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Ilex peiradena flower is small, white and has four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ilex peiradena can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a well-draining medium. Once established, the plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and watered regularly.
Where to Find Ilex peiradena
Ilex peiradena is native to China and can be found in forests and shrublands.
Ilex peiradena FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex peiradena?
Ilex peiradena
What is the common name of Ilex peiradena?
Peiradena Holly
What is the natural habitat of Ilex peiradena?
Forests and woodlands in 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-50001217: Based on the initial data import
Shiu-Ying Hu (1910-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.Hu' in the authors string.