Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.Q.Wang & P.Y.Chen
Source:
tro
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
J. Trop. Subtrop. Bot. 3: 31 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001243150
Common Names
- Ilex xiaojinensis
- Xiaojin Holly
- Xiaojin Holly-tree
Description
Ilex xiaojinensis (also called Xiaojin holly, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Far East and Eastern Siberia. It grows in moist meadows and rocky slopes, forming a low-growing bush of bright green, oblong leaves. The small white flowers appear in late spring and early summer.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex xiaojinensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ilex xiaojinensis is a small, white or pinkish-white corolla. The seed is a small, black-brown grain. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ilex xiaojinensis is an evergreen shrub native to China. It is a slow-growing shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep them moist. The seeds should germinate in a few weeks. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from the stem or a leaf and allow it to dry for a few days. Then, place the cutting in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Water the cutting regularly and it should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Ilex xiaojinensis
Ilex xiaojinensis can be found in China, primarily in the provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, and Yunnan.
Ilex xiaojinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex xiaojinensis?
Ilex xiaojinensis
What is the common name of Ilex xiaojinensis?
Xiao Jin Holly
What is the natural habitat of Ilex xiaojinensis?
It is native to China and is found in moist forests and along streams.
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
Ying Qiang Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Q.Wang' in the authors string.