Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
florifera
ID:
730093

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fawc. & Rendle

Source:
ksu

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 59: 18 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729426

Common Names

  • Ilex Florifera
  • Florifera Holly
  • Florifera Ilex

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Description

Ilex florifera (also called Chinese holly, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub or small tree in the Aquifoliaceae family. It is native to China, Taiwan, and Japan, and typically grows in forests, shrublands, and grasslands. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex florifera is a species of holly native to Mexico and Central America. It is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in landscaping. The leaves can be used to make tea and the berries can be used to make jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex florifera has small white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex florifera 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 florifera should be fertilized regularly and watered during dry spells.

Where to Find Ilex florifera

Ilex florifera is native to Cuba. It can be found in moist forests, at elevations of up to 1,000 m.

Ilex florifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex florifera?

Ilex florifera

What is the common name of Ilex florifera?

Flowering Holly

What type of plant is Ilex florifera?

Evergreen shrub

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

Alfred Barton Rendle (1865-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rendle' in the authors string.
William Fawcett (1851-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fawc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:127834-2: Based on the initial data import