Rough-leaved Holly
Ilex asprella · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Sparse (77 studies) · ★★☆☆☆
Rough-leaved Holly, scientifically known as Ilex asprella, is a resilient evergreen shrub prized for its dense, glossy foliage and medicinal potential. Historically utilized in traditional practices, this plant offers unique bioactive compounds. Understanding its botanical properties provides valuable insights into its therapeutic applications and its role in herbal medicine.
- Family
- Aquifoliaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Root · Leaf
- Common names
- Rough-Leaved Holly
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Common Names
- Rough-leaved Holly
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ilex asprellaTaxonomical 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 |
Plant Parts
This plant, Ilex asprella, contains various components that are utilized in traditional medicinal practices. The entire stem provides the structural framework for the species, while the root and the complex system of roots are often harvested for their specific bioactive compounds. The green leaf is a vital part of the plant's physiological processes, and for medicinal preparation, the dried leaves are frequently used to create infusions or extracts.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| root | Journal of chromatography. A (and other 7 sources) | ★★★★☆ |
| leaf | Journal of natural products (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | Scientific reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Ilex asprella has 35 reported phytochemicals identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include triterpenoids, ANTHOCYANIN, Asprellic acid B, Asprellic acid C, Aurone.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| triterpenoids | 3 supporting sources | ★★☆☆☆ |
| ANTHOCYANIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Asprellic acid B | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Asprellic acid C | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aurone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CHLOROGENIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Chalcone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dihydroflavonol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| FLAVANONE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| FLAVONE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
triterpenoids
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
- Fitoterapia
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
ANTHOCYANIN
- Scientific reports
Asprellic acid B
- Journal of natural products
Asprellic acid C
- Journal of natural products
Aurone
- Scientific reports
CHLOROGENIC ACID
- Journal of AOAC International
Chalcone
- Scientific reports
Dihydroflavonol
- Scientific reports
FLAVANONE
- Scientific reports
FLAVONE
- Scientific reports
Activities
Ilex asprella has 4 reported activities identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antipyretic, Antiviral, Cytotoxic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antipyretic | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ilex asprella has 11 reported medicinal uses identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include sore throat, acne, cough, enteritis, fever.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| sore throat | Journal of AOAC International (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| acne | Journal of AOAC International (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cough | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| enteritis | Journal of AOAC International (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fever | Journal of AOAC International (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| infectious hepatitis | Journal of AOAC International (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| influenza | Pharmaceutical biology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pertussis | Pharmaceutical biology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sore throats | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| thrombosis | Pharmaceutical biology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| root | Journal of chromatography. A (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Canton herbal tea | Toxins (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| EtOH extract of dried leaves of Ilex asprella | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ilex asprella | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aqueous extracts | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |