Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
gundlachiana
ID:
730142

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loes.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 7: 269 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729475

Common Names

  • Gundlach's Holly
  • Ilex gundlachiana
  • Gundlach's-Leaf Holly

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Description

Ilex gundlachiana (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 gundlachiana 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 gundlachiana has small, 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex gundlachiana 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 gundlachiana

Ilex gundlachiana is native to Cuba and can be found in the wild in the provinces of Camagüey, Guantánamo, Holguín, Las Tunas, Santiago de Cuba, and Villa Clara.

Ilex gundlachiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex gundlachiana?

Ilex gundlachiana

What type of plant is Ilex gundlachiana?

Evergreen shrub

What is the natural habitat of Ilex gundlachiana?

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,