Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
owariensis
ID:
730359

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hatus. & M.Kobay.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
J. Phytogeogr. Taxon. 44: 85 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729692

Common Names

  • Ilex owariensis
  • Owari Holly
  • Japanese Holly

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Description

Ilex owariensis (also called Owari holly, among many other common names) is a species of holly native to Japan. 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 owariensis is a species of holly native to Japan. It is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, and its berries are used to make jams and jellies. It is also used to make furniture and decorations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ilex owariensis has small white flowers, black seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex owariensis 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 owariensis

Ilex owariensis can be found in Japan.

Ilex owariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex owariensis?

Ilex owariensis

What is the family of Ilex owariensis?

Aquifoliaceae

What is the common name of Ilex owariensis?

Owari 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,

References

Sumihiko Hatusima (1906-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hatus.' in the authors string.
Mikio Kobayashi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kobay.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:994440-1: Based on the initial data import