Ilex parvifructa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvifructa
ID:
730388
Status:
valid
Authors:
Edwin
Source:
cmp
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 12(3): 144 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729721
Common Names
- Ilex parvifructa
- Small-fruited Holly
- Japanese Holly
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex parvifructa (also called Small-fruited holly, among many other common names) is a species of holly native to China. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing to 5 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 parvifructa is a species of holly native to Mexico. 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 parvifructa has small white flowers, black seeds and small seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ilex parvifructa 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 parvifructa
Ilex parvifructa can be found in the southeastern United States and Mexico.
Ilex parvifructa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex parvifructa?
Ilex parvifructa
What is the common name of Ilex parvifructa?
Chinese holly
What is the natural habitat of Ilex parvifructa?
It is native to China, Japan, and Korea
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 kew-2861246: Based on the initial data import
Gabriel Edwin (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Edwin' in the authors string.