What is the function of Ilex cornuta?
Ilex cornuta is a Ilex plant. Ilex cornuta is called cat thorn, dog bone thorn, mouse tree, bird, etc. It is also called octagonal thorn in different areas. Because of its thorns, birds dare not stay on it, so they are also told not to stay overnight. Mostly in bushes, sparse forests, roadsides and streams.
Ilex cornuta
The leaves of Ilex cornuta are very special. Its leaves are angular, similar to Guan Yu's sword, but more powerful than Guan Yu's broadsword. It has some thorns on its corners and belongs to ornamental plants. It can grow outdoors at will or be kept indoors as a potted plant. It usually blooms in spring, and its color is light yellow. Autumn and winter are the results, pleasing to the eye, bright and colorful.
In addition, its leaves are evergreen all year round. So many city people will buy bonsai made of it and put it in the yard or in the hall. It is also a common ornamental tree in modern landscaping. It is often used for Christmas decoration in Europe and America, also known as the "Christmas tree".
The efficacy of Ilex cornuta
Ilex cornuta has certain hypolipidemic, inhibitory or antifertility effects. Elevated blood lipids may cause dizziness and pain. It can be relieved by some drugs or some herbs and other foods to maintain a good lifestyle and avoid the intake of high-calorie foods.
Characteristics of Ilex cornuta
Ilex cornuta leaves are rectangular in shape. Ilex cornuta has lush foliage and peculiar leaf shape. Its leaves are thick, quadrangular or oval. There are hard thorns in front of the leaves. The color of the leaves is dark green and shiny. The back of leaves is light green and the fruit is spherical. Especially when autumn is ripe, it is bright red, full of red fruits, bright and beautiful. It is a flower with excellent ornamental leaves and fruits.