Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Y.Hu
Source:
tro
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 30: 380 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001219503
Common Names
- Tsang's Holly
- Tsang Holly
- Chinese Holly
Description
Ilex tsangii (also called Tsang's Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. Native to China, it is found in forests, thickets, and along streams. It has leathery, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex tsangii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, colds, and digestive issues.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ilex tsangii var. guangxiensis T.R.Dudley
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ilex tsangii flowers are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ilex tsangii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a well-draining medium. Once established, the plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and watered regularly.
Where to Find Ilex tsangii
Ilex tsangii is native to China and can be found in forests and shrublands.
Ilex tsangii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex tsangii?
Ilex tsangii
What is the common name of Ilex tsangii?
Tsang's Holly
What is the natural habitat of Ilex tsangii?
Forests and woodlands in China
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,