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Ilex aquifolium · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Holly, scientifically known as Ilex aquifolium, is a distinctive evergreen shrub celebrated for its glossy, spiny leaves. Beyond its ornamental appeal, this plant holds significant medicinal value in traditional practices. It is frequently utilized for its antioxidant properties and its ability to support skin health and inflammatory relief.

Family
Aquifoliaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Holly · English Holly
Scientific synonyms
Ilex Aquifolium F. Albopicta · Ilex Aquifolium F. Heterophylla · 132 more

Names

Common Names

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Ilex aquifolium var balearica
  • Acebo cerezo
  • Alcebo
  • Crévol
  • Ilex aquifolium var senencens
  • Ilex aquifolium var heterophyllum
  • Grabolé
  • Grevole
  • Espinu
  • Ilex aquifolium var. algarviensis
  • Acebo mallorquín
  • Ilex perado subsp iberica
  • Cebor
  • Acebeo
  • Alebro
  • Ilex aquifolium var. senencens
  • Crevol
  • Grabole
  • Acebo mallorquin

German:

  • Europäische Stechpalme
  • Ilex rotunda
  • Gewöhnliche Stechpalme
  • Stechlaub
  • Hulstbaum
  • Walddistel
  • Gemeine Stechpalme
  • Christpalme
  • Hülse
  • Stacheleiche
  • Stachelblattstrauch
  • Stechpalme
  • Hülse
  • gewöhnliche Stechpalme
  • Stechpalme

French:

  • houx
  • houx
  • houx commun

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Ilex aquifolium

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae, the order Aquifoliales, and the family Aquifoliaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by its genus, Ilex.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Aquifoliales WCVP
Family Aquifoliaceae WCVP
Genus Ilex WCVP

Distribution

This plant, Ilex aquifolium, exhibits a specific geographical distribution across the northern regions of Europe. It can be found growing within the territories of Denmark and Great Britain. Additionally, its presence extends to the island of Ireland. The species is also documented in the Scandinavian landscapes of Norway. Finally, its range includes the country of Sweden.

Region Area Source
Northern Europe Denmark WCVP
Northern Europe Great Britain WCVP
Northern Europe Ireland WCVP
Northern Europe Norway WCVP
Northern Europe Sweden WCVP
Middle Europe Austria WCVP
Middle Europe Belgium WCVP
Middle Europe Germany WCVP
Middle Europe Netherlands WCVP
Middle Europe Switzerland WCVP

Chemicals

Ilex aquifolium has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CHLOROGENIC ACID, Hyperoside, rutoside.

Chemicals reported in Ilex aquifolium
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
CHLOROGENIC ACID 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Hyperoside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
rutoside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

CHLOROGENIC ACID

  1. Planta medica

Hyperoside

  1. Planta medica

rutoside

  1. Planta medica