Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
xiaojinensis
ID:
1243812

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


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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.

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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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50122707: Based on the initial data import
Pang Yu Chen (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Y.Chen' in the authors string.
Ying Qiang Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Q.Wang' in the authors string.