Ilex cornuta (Chinese Holly)

Ilex cornuta, Chinese Holly, Horned Holly

Botanical name: Ilex cornuta

Common names: Chinese Holly, Horned Holly

Family: Aquifoliaceae

Origin: Eastern China

USDA Plant Hardiness MapPlant used for bonsaiLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterOrnamental foliageWhite, off-white flowersThorny or spinyPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Ilex cornuta is valued horticulturally for its attractive and distinctive rectangular foliage and for its large red berries. Unusually shaped rectangular leaves have three large spines at the apex. Flowers are fragrant but generally inconspicuous.


Similar plants: Ilex cornuta (Chinese Holly)


Ilex cornuta, Chinese Holly, Horned Holly
Ilex cornuta, Chinese Holly, Horned Holly


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