Chinese Holly (Ilex cornuta)
Ilex cornuta, commonly known as Chinese Holly, is a dense, slow-growing evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green, leathery leaves and bright red berries.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Soil
Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral loam.
Temperature
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor
Fertilizer
Feed in early spring.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Tolerates full sun; may appreciate afternoon shade in hot climates.
Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral loam.
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.
Outdoor, Indoor
Feed in early spring.
Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental, Foliage, Fruit
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1.5-2.5 m
Spread
1.5-2.5 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Size
small
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderAquifoliales
- familyAquifoliaceae
- genusIlex
- speciesIlex cornuta
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Edible
No