Camellia ilicifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.K.Li
Source:
cmp
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Taxonomy of the genus Camellia : 46 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582395
Common Names
- Ilicifolia Camellia
- Holly-Leaf Camellia
- Holly-Leaved Camellia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Camellia ilicifolia (also called 'Holly-leaved Camellia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is native to China and is typically found in forests, woodlands, and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Camellia ilicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves of this plant can be used to make tea and the oil extracted from the seeds can be used in cooking. The flowers of this plant can be used to make a natural dye.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Camellia ilicifolia var. neriifolia (Hung T.Chang) T.L.MingCamellia ilicifolia var. ilicifolia
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Camellia ilicifolia is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small, with a single stem and dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Camellia ilicifolia is a species of evergreen shrub or small tree in the family Theaceae. It is native to China. It can be grown in partial shade to full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or air layering.
Where to Find Camellia ilicifolia
Camellia ilicifolia can be found in China.
Camellia ilicifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Camellia ilicifolia?
Camellia ilicifolia
What is the natural habitat of Camellia ilicifolia?
It is native to China and Japan.
What are the common uses of Camellia ilicifolia?
It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Species in the Camellia genus
Camellia intermedia, Camellia maoniushanensis, Camellia amplexifolia, Camellia anlungensis, Camellia assimiloides, Camellia aurea, Camellia azalea, Camellia candida, Camellia caudata, Camellia chekiangoleosa, Camellia chrysanthoides, Camellia connata, Camellia corallina, Camellia cordifolia, Camellia costata, Camellia costei, Camellia crapnelliana, Camellia crassicolumna, Camellia crassipes, Camellia crassiphylla, Camellia cupiformis, Camellia cuspidata, Camellia dongnaicensis, Camellia dormoyana, Camellia drupifera, Camellia edithae, Camellia elongata, Camellia euphlebia, Camellia euryoides, Camellia fascicularis, Camellia flava, Camellia flavida, Camellia fleuryi, Camellia fluviatilis, Camellia fraterna, Camellia furfuracea, Camellia gaudichaudii, Camellia gilbertii, Camellia glabricostata, Camellia gracilipes, Camellia grandibracteata, Camellia granthamiana, Camellia grijsii, Camellia gymnogyna, Camellia hekouensis, Camellia hiemalis, Camellia hongkongensis, Camellia huana, Camellia ilicifolia, Camellia impressinervis,
Species in the Theaceae family
Apterosperma oblata, Archboldiodendron calosericeum, Balthasaria mannii, Balthasaria schliebenii, Camellia intermedia, Camellia maoniushanensis, Camellia amplexifolia, Camellia anlungensis, Camellia assimiloides, Camellia aurea, Camellia azalea, Camellia candida, Camellia caudata, Camellia chekiangoleosa, Camellia chrysanthoides, Camellia connata, Camellia corallina, Camellia cordifolia, Camellia costata, Camellia costei, Camellia crapnelliana, Camellia crassicolumna, Camellia crassipes, Camellia crassiphylla, Camellia cupiformis, Camellia cuspidata, Camellia dongnaicensis, Camellia dormoyana, Camellia drupifera, Camellia edithae, Camellia elongata, Camellia euphlebia, Camellia euryoides, Camellia fascicularis, Camellia flava, Camellia flavida, Camellia fleuryi, Camellia fluviatilis, Camellia fraterna, Camellia furfuracea, Camellia gaudichaudii, Camellia gilbertii, Camellia glabricostata, Camellia gracilipes, Camellia grandibracteata, Camellia granthamiana, Camellia grijsii, Camellia gymnogyna, Camellia hekouensis, Camellia hiemalis,
References
Yong Kang Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.K.Li' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:897224-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].