Iris lactea f. biglumis
Iris lactea f. biglumis, commonly known as Biglumis Iris, is a significant medicinal plant valued in traditional herbal medicine. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, it is frequently utilized to treat inflammation, respiratory ailments, and skin conditions. This unique cultivar offers promising therapeutic potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Iris lactea f. biglumis
- Family: Iridaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following its placement in the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asparagales, it is a member of the family Iridaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its membership in the genus Iris.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Iridaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Iris | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Iris lactea f. biglumis, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is commonly referred to as Bái lùn (白伦) or Bái lùn huā (白伦花), while in English, it is often identified by its botanical designation or simply as a variety of the milky iris.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within various regions of Siberia. It can be found growing across the diverse landscapes of the Altai region. Additionally, its presence extends into the territories of Buryatia and Irkutsk. The species is also documented within the Krasnoyarsk Krai. Finally, the distribution of this medicinal plant includes the southern area of Tuva.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Siberia | Altay | WCVP |
| Siberia | Buryatiya | WCVP |
| Siberia | Irkutsk | WCVP |
| Siberia | Krasnoyarsk | WCVP |
| Siberia | Tuva | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| Mongolia | Mongolia | WCVP |