Plant profile
Ilex tahanensis
Ilex tahanensis Kiew
Ilex tahanensis is an outdoor shrub with glossy, spiny leaves, suitable for gardens. It requires well-drained soil and can tolerate various climatic conditions.
From Wikipedia
Ilex tahanensis is a species of plant in the family Aquifoliaceae. It is a tree endemic to Peninsular Malaysia.
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Open-data facts
- Life form
- Arboreal vital form: seeks height and canopy.
- Climate
- Best understood through the logic of the humid tropics.
- Origin / area
- It is considered native to: Pen. Malaysia.
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Basic care
- Watering
- Water when the top few centimetres of soil feel dry.
- Light
- Too much shade slows it; too much sun stresses it.
- Temperature
- Fits typical home ranges (neither icy nor baking).
- Humidity
- Moderate humidity plus good air movement.
Pet toxicity
See a vet if you suspect your pet has eaten any part.
Cats: yes (toxic). Dogs: yes (toxic).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q5438104) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (5533966) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (83786-1) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- WFO (wfo-0000729869) — world taxonomic checklist (CC0)
- Wikipedia — lead extract (CC BY-SA)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).