Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
venusta
ID:
1335865

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Peng & W.B.Liao

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 298(2): 149 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348319



Common Names

  • Ilex venusta
  • I. venusta
  • Venusta


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Description

Ilex venusta (also called 'Venusta', among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Aquifoliaceae. It is native to Central America, where it grows in moist forests. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate to oblong in shape. It produces small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex venusta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex venusta has white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex venusta is a perennial shrub that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Ilex venusta

Ilex venusta is native to China and can be found in the temperate deciduous forest.

Ilex venusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex venusta?

Ilex venusta

What is the common name of Ilex venusta?

Beautiful Holly

What is the natural habitat of Ilex venusta?

Grassy slopes, meadows, and open woodlands

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

Hua Peng (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Peng' in the authors string.
Wen Bo Liao (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.B.Liao' in the authors string.