ilex (Meaning)
ilex (n)
a large genus of dicotyledonous trees and shrubs of the family Aquifoliaceae that have small flowers and berries (including hollies)
ilex (n.)
The holm oak (Quercus Ilex).
A genus of evergreen trees and shrubs, including the common holly.
Synonyms & Antonyms of ilex
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ilex Sentence Examples
- The glossy dark green leaves of the Ilex crenata add a touch of elegance to the garden.
- Ilex opaca, commonly known as American holly, is a popular choice for Christmas decorations.
- The Ilex vomitoria, also known as yaupon holly, has been used for centuries by Native Americans as a tea.
- The Ilex aquifolium, or European holly, is a classic symbol of the holiday season.
- The Ilex glabra, or inkberry, is a deciduous holly that produces showy berries in the fall.
- The Ilex latifolia, or gallberry, is an evergreen holly that is native to the coastal regions of the southeastern United States.
- The Ilex verticillata, or winterberry, is a deciduous holly that produces clusters of bright red berries in the winter.
- The Ilex serrata, or Japanese holly, is a popular ornamental plant that is known for its variegated leaves.
- The Ilex mucronata, or Chinese holly, is an evergreen holly that is native to China and Japan.
- The Ilex cornuta, or horned holly, is a deciduous holly that is native to the eastern United States.
FAQs About the word ilex
a large genus of dicotyledonous trees and shrubs of the family Aquifoliaceae that have small flowers and berries (including hollies)The holm oak (Quercus Ilex).
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The glossy dark green leaves of the Ilex crenata add a touch of elegance to the garden.
Ilex opaca, commonly known as American holly, is a popular choice for Christmas decorations.
The Ilex vomitoria, also known as yaupon holly, has been used for centuries by Native Americans as a tea.
The Ilex aquifolium, or European holly, is a classic symbol of the holiday season.
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