Ilex asprella
Ilex asprella, commonly known as the Holly plant, is a versatile evergreen shrub valued in traditional herbalism. Renowned for its glossy foliage and resilient nature, it is studied for its bioactive compounds. This medicinal plant offers unique therapeutic potential, particularly in supporting immune health and providing antioxidant properties.
- Scientific name: Ilex asprella
- Family: Aquifoliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Aquifoliales, falling into the family Aquifoliaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the 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 exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within China, it is primarily located in the Southeast portion of the country. Its range extends further into Eastern Asia, where it can be found growing in Taiwan. Additionally, the species reaches into the Malesia region, specifically inhabiting the Philippines. Together, these areas define the natural habitat of Ilex asprella.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Malesia | Philippines | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ilex asprella has 35 reported phytochemicals identified across 37 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include triterpenoids, Chlorogenic Acid, Flavanone, Ilexsaponin B2, Kaempferol.
- Total chemicals
- 35
- Scientific sources
- 37
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| triterpenoids | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Chlorogenic Acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavanone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ilexsaponin B2 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Kaempferol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Luteoloside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Quercitrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anthocyanin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| asprellic acid B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Ilex asprella has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antipyretic, Antiviral, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antipyretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ilex asprella has 11 reported medicinal uses identified across 12 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include sore throat, acne, cough, enteritis, fever.
- Total uses
- 11
- Scientific sources
- 12
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| sore throat | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| acne | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cough | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| enteritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fever | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| infectious hepatitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| influenza | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pertussis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sore throats | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| thrombosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |