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
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.
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.