Hemerocallis citrina
Hemerocallis citrina, commonly known as the Citron Daylily, is a resilient perennial valued for its vibrant blooms and potential medicinal properties. While primarily ornamental, various cultures utilize its rhizomes in traditional remedies to address inflammation and digestive issues, showcasing the fascinating intersection of botanical beauty and natural healing potential.
- Scientific name: Hemerocallis citrina
- Family: Asphodelaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asparagales. Finally, it falls within the family Asphodelaceae and is identified by the genus Hemerocallis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Asphodelaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Hemerocallis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Hemerocallis citrina, is recognized by various common names across different languages and cultures. In Russian, it is referred to as Лилейник лимонно-жёлтый, while in Vietnamese, it is called Hoa hiên vàng. It is known as زنبق النهار الليemonي in Arabic and ウコンカンゾウ in Japanese. Additionally, in Swedish, it is commonly known as Blekgul daglilja.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ru | Лилейник лимонно-жёлтый | Wikidata |
| vi | Hoa hiên vàng | Wikidata |
| ar | زنبق النهار الليموني | Wikidata |
| ja | ウコンカンゾウ | Wikidata |
| sv | Blekgul daglilja | Wikidata |
| bg | лимоненожълта дневна лилия | Wikidata |
| zh | 黄花菜 | Wikidata |
| szy | u nyaduh nu 金針花 kuydaan | Wikidata |
| cs | denivka citrónová | Wikidata |
| fi | syyspäivänlilja | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical range across East Asia. In the Russian Far East, its presence is noted in both the Amur and Primorye regions. Its distribution extends significantly into China, where it can be found throughout the South-Central territories. Additionally, the species occupies much of the North-Central part of the country. Finally, its range reaches further north into the Inner Mongolia region of China.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Hemerocallis citrina, possesses various anatomical structures that define its botanical profile. The root system typically consists of fleshy, tuberous rhizomes that serve as storage organs for nutrients and water. The flower is the most visually striking component, featuring large, trumpet-shaped petals that bloom for a limited duration. Additionally, the bud parts are crucial during the early stages of development, as they protect the delicate reproductive organs and emerging floral tissues before they unfurl into full bloom.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flower | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bud parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Hemerocallis citrina has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 11 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, 2-methoxy-obtusifolin, aloe-emodin, chrysophanol, flavone.
- Total chemicals
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 11
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2-methoxy-obtusifolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aloe-emodin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chrysophanol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hemerocallone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| obtusifolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhein | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Hemerocallis citrina has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidepressant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidepressant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hemerocallis citrina has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include abiotic stress, cognitive impairment, depression.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| abiotic stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cognitive impairment | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| depression | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |