Ilex illustris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
illustris
ID:
730168
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 82: 177 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729501
Common Names
- Illustris Holly
- Illustris Ilex
- Illustris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex illustris (also called Illustrious holly, among many other common names) is a species of holly native to the southeastern United States. It is a small evergreen tree or shrub that grows up to 6 m tall and has glossy oval leaves. It is found in moist woodlands, swamps, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex illustris 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 illustris 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ilex illustris 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 illustris
Ilex illustris can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Ilex illustris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex illustris?
Ilex illustris
What is the common name of Ilex illustris?
Illustrious holly
Where is Ilex illustris native to?
Brazil
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:83383-1: Based on the initial data import