Ilex intermedia
Ilex intermedia, commonly known as the Intermediate Holly, is a versatile evergreen shrub prized for its glossy, leathery foliage. Native to parts of Asia, this resilient plant offers ornamental beauty and dense cover for wildlife. In traditional contexts, its hardy nature makes it a staple for ecological landscaping.
- Scientific name: Ilex intermedia
- Family: Aquifoliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further organized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Aquifoliales, falling into the family Aquifoliaceae. Ultimately, the medicinal species is identified by 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 is native to specific regions within the country of China. Its geographical range is primarily concentrated in the South-Central part of the nation. Additionally, the species can be found growing throughout China Southeast. These particular areas provide the necessary environmental conditions for its natural occurrence. Consequently, the distribution of Ilex intermedia is limited to these distinct East Asian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |