Ilex hemiepiphytica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hemiepiphytica
ID:
1233022
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.J.Hahn
Source:
tro
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Novon 6: 183 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001232360
Common Names
- Ilex
- Hemiepiphytica
- Ilex Hemiepiphytica
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex hemiepiphytica (also called 'Half-epiphytic Holly', among many other common names) is a species of holly in the family Aquifoliaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Taiwan and is found in subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex hemiepiphytica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a natural air purifier.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ilex hemiepiphytica is small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are short and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ilex hemiepiphytica is a tropical evergreen tree native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is best done by cuttings or by seeds. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they germinate.
Where to Find Ilex hemiepiphytica
Ilex hemiepiphytica is native to Central and South America, and can be found in Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Panama.
Ilex hemiepiphytica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex hemiepiphytica?
Ilex hemiepiphytica
What is the common name of Ilex hemiepiphytica?
Hemiepiphytic Holly
What is the natural habitat of Ilex hemiepiphytica?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50070736: Based on the initial data import
William James Hahn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Hahn' in the authors string.