Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
regelii
ID:
730637

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bunge) Korovin ex Iljin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 6: 878 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729970

Common Names

  • Regel's Iljinia
  • Regel's Iljinia Lily
  • Regel's Lily

Searching for Iljinia regelii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Arthrophytum regelii (Bunge) Litv. [unknown]
  • Salsola regelii Litv. ex Popov [unknown]
  • Haloxylon regelii Bunge [unknown]

Description

Iljinia regelii (also called Regel's Iljinia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with large, glossy leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to the Caucasus region and is typically found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Iljinia regelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for topiary. The leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iljinia regelii has small white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The flowers are followed by small, black, shiny berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

Searching for Iljinia regelii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Iljinia regelii can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Iljinia regelii

Iljinia regelii can be found in the Caribbean region, including the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Puerto Rico.

Iljinia regelii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Iljinia regelii?

Iljinia regelii is native to the Caucasus region of Russia.

What kind of soil does Iljinia regelii prefer?

Iljinia regelii prefers moist, well-drained soils with a slightly acidic pH.

What is the average height of Iljinia regelii?

Iljinia regelii typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

Species in the Iljinia genus

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2861712: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
Modest Mikhailovich Ilyin (1889-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iljin' in the authors string.
Yevgeni Korovin (1891-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Korovin' in the authors string.