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Ilex integra Evergreen tree (1 Page of 5) The Ilex integra plant species is found in E. Asia - E. China, Japan, Korea. It is a member of the Aquifoliaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as Othera japonica. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Ilex integra Family: Aquifoliaceae Author: Thunb. Known Hazards: Although no reports of toxicity have been seen for this species, at least some members of this genus are slightly toxic so some caution is advised. Mature Height: 6 Mature Width: 5 Habitat: Thickets and woods in hills and low mountains, often near the sea, in C. and S. Japan[58, 184].
Edible Uses: Young leaves - cooked. A famine food, it is only used when all else fails[177].
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