Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl. & Paxton
Source:
cmp
Year:
1850
Citation Micro:
Paxton's Fl. Gard. 1: 43 (1850)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729319
Common Names
- Cornuta Holly
- Ilex cornuta
- Mountain Holly
Description
Ilex cornuta (also called Chinese holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is native to China, Taiwan, and Japan, and is found in forests, woodlands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex cornuta is a species of holly native to Central America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves are used to make tea and the bark is used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ilex cornuta has small white flowers that are borne in clusters of up to five. The flowers have four petals and are about 0.5 inches in diameter. The fruits are small, round, black berries that are about 0.25 inches in diameter. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves that are about 0.5 inches long. The leaves are dark green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ilex cornuta is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Ilex cornuta
Ilex cornuta can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.
Ilex cornuta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex cornuta?
Ilex cornuta
What type of plant is Ilex cornuta?
It is an evergreen shrub
What is the natural habitat of Ilex cornuta?
It is native to the Caribbean
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,