Status:
valid
Authors:
Z.M.Tan
Source:
tro
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
J. Sichuan Univ., Nat. Sci. Ed. 1983(2): 79 (-80; fig.).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247953
Common Names
- Ilex Subcoriacea
- Subcoriacea Holly
- Subcoriacea Ilex
Description
Ilex subcoriacea (also called Chinese holly, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub or small tree in the Aquifoliaceae family. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea, and is found in forests, thickets, and along streams. Its leaves are elliptic-ovate to ovate-lanceolate in shape, and its flowers are small and white.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex subcoriacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ilex subcoriacea has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ilex subcoriacea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they are established.
Where to Find Ilex subcoriacea
Ilex subcoriacea is native to Yunnan Province, China.
Ilex subcoriacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex subcoriacea?
Ilex subcoriacea
What is the common name of Ilex subcoriacea?
Coriaceous Holly
What is the natural habitat of Ilex subcoriacea?
Subtropical forests of 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
Zhong Ming Tan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.M.Tan' in the authors string.