Ilex malayana
Ilex malayana · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Ilex malayana, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to specific subtropical regions. Renowned for its bioactive properties, this plant is traditionally utilized in various herbal remedies to support wellness. Understanding its unique botanical characteristics and therapeutic potential offers valuable insights into natural healing and ethnobotany.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Stem
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ilex malayanaDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several distinct regions of Southeast Asia. Within the Indo-China zone, its presence is noted in Thailand. Moving into the Malesia region, the species can be found on the island of Borneo. Additionally, it is distributed throughout the Malay Peninsula, also part of Malesia. Together, these locations define the natural habitat range of Ilex malayana.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indo-China | Thailand |
| Malesia | Borneo |
| Malesia | Malaya |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Ilex malayana has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include stem.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Stem | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Stem
- Cancer research
Preparations
Ilex malayana has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include stem bark.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Stem bark | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Stem bark
- Cancer research