Brown's lily
Lilium brownii var. brownii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Brown's lily, scientifically known as Lilium brownii var. brownii, is a distinctive medicinal plant cherished for its therapeutic properties. Native to specific montane regions, this variety is valued in traditional healing practices for its unique bioactive compounds, offering potential benefits in treating various ailments through its potent botanical essence.
- Family
- Liliaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Brown'S Lily
- Scientific synonyms
- Lilium Brownii Var. Australe · Lilium Brownii Var. Odorum · 7 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Brown's lily
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Lilium brownii var. browniiSynonyms
- Lilium brownii var. australe
- Lilium brownii var. odorum
- Lilium brownii var. colchesteri
- Lilium australe
- Lilium odorum
- Lilium anhuiense
- Lilium brownii var. primarium
- Lilium longiflorum var. purpureoviolaceum
- Lilium japonicum var. colchesteri
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Liliales, it is classified under the family Liliaceae. Its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Lilium, specifically as the variety brownii.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Liliales |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Genus | Lilium |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions within China. It can be found growing in the South-Central parts of the country. Additionally, its presence extends into the North-Central territories of China. The species is also distributed throughout the Southeast region of the nation. These varied locations highlight the plant's broad range across diverse Chinese landscapes.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | China North-Central |
| China | China Southeast |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Lilium brownii var. brownii has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Brownioside.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Brownioside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Brownioside
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Preparations
Lilium brownii var. brownii has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include 50% aqueous methanol extracts, fresh bulbs.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 50% aqueous methanol extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fresh bulbs | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
50% aqueous methanol extracts
- Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology
Fresh bulbs
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin