Lilium candidum
Madonna lily
Lilium candidum, commonly known as the Madonna Lily, is a revered perennial celebrated for its fragrant, snowy-white blooms. Beyond its aesthetic elegance, this botanical treasure holds significant historical importance in traditional medicine, where its bulbous roots are utilized for their soothing properties and diverse therapeutic applications in herbal healing.
- Scientific name: Lilium candidum
- Family: Liliaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Liliales, it is a member of the family Liliaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus, Lillium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Liliales | WCVP |
| Family | Liliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lilium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Lilium candidum, is referred to by several common names across different Chinese linguistic regions. In Simplified Chinese, it is known as 圣母百合 (zh-hans, zh-cn), while in Traditional Chinese, it is called 聖母百合 (zh-hant, zh-tw, zh-hk).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 圣母百合 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 聖母百合 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 聖母百合 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 圣母百合 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 聖母百合 | Wikidata |
| pl | lilia biała | Wikidata |
| nah | Caxtillān omixōchitl | Wikidata |
| he | שושן צחור | Wikidata |
| hu | fehér liliom | Wikidata |
| de | Madonnen-Lilie | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be noted within the borders of Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found throughout Germany as well as the Czechia-Slovakia region. The plant also extends into Southwestern Europe, specifically inhabiting the island of Corse. Finally, its range continues through the mainland territory of France.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Lilium candidum, is characterized by its striking reproductive and storage structures. The most visually prominent features are the large, fragrant white flowers, which are composed of elegant, spreading petals that give the blossom its classic lily appearance. Beyond its ornamental beauty, the medicinal value of the species is often associated with its underground bulbs, which serve as the plant's primary nutrient storage organs and are frequently utilized in traditional herbal preparations.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 5
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bulbs | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| petals | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flower | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Lilium candidum has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include citronellal, humulene, kaempferol, linalool.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| citronellal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| humulene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kaempferol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| linalool | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Lilium candidum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiviral.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Lilium candidum has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include burns, coughs, shingles, ulcers.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| burns | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coughs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| shingles | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |