Ilex keranjiensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
keranjiensis
ID:
730193
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Andrews
Source:
ksu
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Sandakania 11: 7 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729526
Common Names
- Keranjiensis Holly
- Keranjiensis Ilex
- Keranjiensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex keranjiensis (also called Keranji holly, among many other common names) is a species of holly native to the Malaysian island of Borneo. 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 keranjiensis 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
The flowers of Ilex keranjiensis are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ilex keranjiensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the plants should be moved to a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Ilex keranjiensis
Ilex keranjiensis is native to Malaysia.
Ilex keranjiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex keranjiensis?
Ilex keranjiensis
What is the common name of Ilex keranjiensis?
Keranji Holly
What is the natural habitat of Ilex keranjiensis?
It is native to Malaysia, where it grows in forests and woodlands.
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
Susyn M. Andrews (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Andrews' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1006727-1: Based on the initial data import