Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
rubrinervia
ID:
730472

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tardieu

Source:
ksu

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 12: 123 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729805

Common Names

  • Rubrinervia Holly
  • Rubrinervia Ilex
  • Rubrinervia

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Description

Ilex rubrinervia (also called Red-Veined Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ilex rubrinervia 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

Ilex rubrinervia has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The fruits are small, round, bright red berries. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ilex rubrinervia 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 rubrinervia

Ilex rubrinervia can be found in the Caribbean region, including the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Puerto Rico.

Ilex rubrinervia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ilex rubrinervia?

Ilex rubrinervia

What is the common name of Ilex rubrinervia?

Redvein Holly

What is the natural habitat of Ilex rubrinervia?

Tropical rainforests

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,