Eremurus persicus
Eremurus persicus, commonly known as the Persian Foxtail Lily, is a striking perennial native to the rugged landscapes of Iran. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this plant holds significant traditional value in herbal medicine, where its roots are utilized for their diverse therapeutic properties and unique bioactive compounds in folk remedies.
- Scientific name: Eremurus persicus
- Family: Asphodelaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Asparagales and falls into the family Asphodelaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Eremurus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Asphodelaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Eremurus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Eremurus persicus, is widely recognized in its native regions by its traditional Persian common name, سریش ایرانی (sariš-e irāni). This name highlights its historical and cultural significance in Iranian traditional medicine, where it is valued for its unique therapeutic properties.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fa | سریش ایرانی | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several specific regions in Western and South Asia. In Western Asia, it can be found growing throughout the country of Iran. Its range also extends into Afghanistan, which is another key territory in Western Asia. Moving toward the Indian Subcontinent, the species is documented in Pakistan. Finally, it inhabits the West Himalaya region within the Indian Subcontinent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Eremurus persicus, possesses various components that are utilized in traditional medicine, most notably its root and leaves. The thick, fleshy root is often the primary part harvested for its therapeutic properties, typically used to treat inflammatory conditions or digestive issues. Additionally, the leaves can be employed in various preparations, contributing to the plant's overall medicinal profile.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Eremurus persicus has 14 reported phytochemicals identified across 14 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,8-cineol, 4-amino-4-carboxychroman-2-one, aloesaponol III 8-methyl ether, auraptene, benzene acetaldehyde.
- Total chemicals
- 14
- Scientific sources
- 14
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1,8-cineol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 4-amino-4-carboxychroman-2-one | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aloesaponol III 8-methyl ether | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| auraptene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| benzene acetaldehyde | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| corchoionoside A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| geranyl acetone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| geranylgeraniol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| imperatorin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoorientin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Eremurus persicus has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Eremurus persicus has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Leishmania infections, hepatocellular carcinoma.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Leishmania infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hepatocellular carcinoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |