Ilex pseudo-odorata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudo-odorata
ID:
730430
Status:
valid
Authors:
Loes.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. German. Nat. Cur. 78: 285 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729763
Common Names
- Ilex pseudo-odorata
- False Fragrant Holly
- Japanese Holly
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex pseudo-odorata (also called False-scented holly, among many other common names) is a species of holly native to China. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing to 6 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 pseudo-odorata is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in floral arrangements. It can also be used as a hedge or screen plant, and its berries can be used to make jams, jellies, and wines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ilex pseudo-odorata 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ilex pseudo-odorata is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Ilex pseudo-odorata
Ilex pseudo-odorata can be found in the southeastern United States and Mexico.
Ilex pseudo-odorata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex pseudo-odorata?
Ilex pseudo-odorata
What is the common name of Ilex pseudo-odorata?
False-scented holly
What is the habitat of Ilex pseudo-odorata?
Moist, acidic soils in the southeastern United States
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 kew-2861313: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.