Ilex promecophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
promecophylla
ID:
730423
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Andrews
Source:
ksu
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Sandakania 11: 11 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729756
Common Names
- Pancratium sickenbergeri
- Sickenberger's Sea Daffodil
- Sea Daffodil
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex promecophylla (also called Long-leaved holly, among many other common names) is a species of holly native to China. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing to 10 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 promecophylla is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in floral arrangements. It can also be used as a hedge or screen plant, and its berries can be used to make jams, jellies, and wines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pancratium sickenbergeri are white and have six 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 promecophylla is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m (6 ft) tall. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered position and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist and in a warm, sheltered position.
Where to Find Ilex promecophylla
Ilex promecophylla can be found in the southeastern United States and Mexico.
Ilex promecophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pancratium sickenbergeri?
Pancratium sickenbergeri
What is the common name of Pancratium sickenbergeri?
Sickenberger's sea daffodil
What is the habitat of Pancratium sickenbergeri?
Tropical and subtropical coastal areas in the southeastern United States
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:1006732-1: Based on the initial data import