Ilex grandiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
730129
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
J. Fed. Malay States Mus. 6: 45 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729462
Common Names
- Large-Flowering Holly
- Ilex grandiflora
- Large-Leaf Holly
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex grandiflora (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 grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for making furniture and tools.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ilex grandiflora has white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single, serrated leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ilex grandiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Ilex grandiflora
Ilex grandiflora is native to Mexico and can be found in the wild in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.
Ilex grandiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex grandiflora?
Ilex grandiflora
What type of plant is Ilex grandiflora?
Evergreen shrub
What is the natural habitat of Ilex grandiflora?
Woodlands and thickets
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
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:83341-1: Based on the initial data import