Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
sessilifructa
ID:
730497

Status:
valid

Authors:
Edwin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 12(3): 132 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729830



Common Names

  • Sessilifructa Ilex
  • Sessilifructa Holly
  • Sessilifructa


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Description

Ilex sessilifructa (also called Sessile-Fruited Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex sessilifructa is a species of holly native to Central America. 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 sessilifructa has white flowers, small black seeds and seedlings that are dark green and glossy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex sessilifructa is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m (6.5 ft) in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Ilex sessilifructa

Ilex sessilifructa is native to Mexico.

Ilex sessilifructa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex sessilifructa?

Ilex sessilifructa

What is the common name of Ilex sessilifructa?

Sessilifructa Holly

What is the natural habitat of Ilex sessilifructa?

Tropical rainforests

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-2861433: Based on the initial data import
Gabriel Edwin (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Edwin' in the authors string.