Illicium parvifolium subsp. oligandrum
Illicium parvifolium subsp. oligandrum, commonly known as a rare medicinal shrub, belongs to the fascinating Illicium genus. Native to specific subtropical habitats, this subspecies is valued for its unique phytochemical profile. Researchers study its bioactive compounds, exploring potential therapeutic applications in traditional medicine and modern pharmacological development.
- Scientific name: Illicium parvifolium subsp. oligandrum
- Family: Schisandraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Austrobaileyales, it is classified under the family Schisandraceae and the genus Illicium. Specifically, this taxon is identified as the subspecies oligandrum of the species Illicium parvifolium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Austrobaileyales | WCVP |
| Family | Schisandraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Illicium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific and somewhat limited geographical distribution within East Asia. It is primarily documented as being native to the southeastern regions of China. Furthermore, its presence is specifically noted on the tropical island of Hainan. These localized habitats suggest that the species thrives in particular climatic conditions found in these areas. Consequently, the known range of Illicium parvifolium subsp. oligandrum is concentrated within these distinct Chinese territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Activities
Illicium parvifolium subsp. oligandrum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |