Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
baasiana
ID:
729895

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.C.Stone & Kiew

Source:
ksu

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Malayan Nat. J. 37: 195 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729228

Common Names

  • Ilex Baasiana
  • Baas Holly
  • Baas Ilex

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Description

Ilex baasiana (also called Baas' Holly, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Aquifoliaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub, typically growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to temperate regions of Asia, including Japan, China, and Korea. It is commonly found in woodlands, hedgerows, and other areas with moist, acidic soil.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex baasiana is often used as a groundcover in areas with full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden. It is also used as a border or edging plant, as well as in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex baasiana has small, white flowers with yellowish-green stripes. The seeds are small and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex baasiana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Ilex baasiana should be fertilized regularly and watered during dry spells.

Where to Find Ilex baasiana

Ilex baasiana can be found in South America.

Ilex baasiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex baasiana?

Ilex baasiana

What is the common name of Ilex baasiana?

Baas' Holly

What is the natural habitat of Ilex baasiana?

Tropical rainforests

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

Benjamin Clemens Stone (1933-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.C.Stone' in the authors string.
Ruth Kiew (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kiew' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:904394-1: Based on the initial data import