Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
polypyrena
ID:
1220002

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.J.Tseng & B.W.Liu

Source:
tro

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 1(1-2): 2 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001219340

Common Names

  • Ilex polypyrena
  • Polypyrena Ilex
  • Ilex Polypyrena

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Description

Ilex polypyrena (also called many-seed holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to China and is found in forests and thickets. Its leaves are alternate, ovate or elliptic, and have serrated margins. Its flowers are small and white, and its fruits are red and globose.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex polypyrena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ilex polypyrena are small, white, and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex polypyrena is an evergreen shrub that prefers full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a potting mix. Once rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Ilex polypyrena

Ilex polypyrena can be found in the Himalayas and parts of China.

Ilex polypyrena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex polypyrena?

Ilex polypyrena

What is the common name of Ilex polypyrena?

Desert holly

What is the natural habitat of Ilex polypyrena?

Deserts and scrublands of southwestern United States and northern Mexico

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 tro-50000788: Based on the initial data import
Chang Jiang Tseng (1928-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.Tseng' in the authors string.
B.W. Liu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.W.Liu' in the authors string.