Status:
valid
Authors:
Loes.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. German. Nat. Cur. 78: 406 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729681
Common Names
- Ilex oliveriana
- Oliver's Holly
- Japanese Holly
Description
Ilex oliveriana (also called Oliver's holly, among many other common names) is a species of holly native to China. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing to 6 m tall, with glossy green leaves and white flowers in spring, followed by red berries in autumn. It is found in moist woods and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex oliveriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ilex oliveriana has small white flowers, black seeds and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ilex oliveriana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a bright, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Ilex oliveriana
Ilex oliveriana can be found in the southeastern United States and Mexico.
Ilex oliveriana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex oliveriana?
Ilex oliveriana
What is the family of Ilex oliveriana?
Aquifoliaceae
What is the common name of Ilex oliveriana?
Oliver's Holly
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,