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Illicium majus

Illicium majus Hook.f. & Thomson
Illicium majus
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Illicium majus is a species in the genus Illicium, belonging to the family Schisandraceae. It was first described by Hook.f. & Thomson in 1872. This species is native to regions in South-Central and Southeast China, as well as Myanmar and Vietnam.

Description

Illicium majus is a member of the Schisandraceae family, a group of flowering plants. The species was formally published in 1872 by Hook.f. & Thomson. It is distributed across several regions in East and Southeast Asia, including South-Central and Southeast China, Myanmar, and Vietnam. This species contributes to the biodiversity of the areas where it is found and is part of the broader genus Illicium, known for its aromatic properties and ecological significance in its native habitats.

Distribution

Global · China South-Central · China Southeast · Myanmar · Vietnam

Synonyms

Badianifera majorGlochidion cavalerieiIllicium spathulatumIllicium cavaleriei

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