Lilium ledebourii
Lilium ledebourii, commonly known as a rare lily species, is a remarkable medicinal plant found in specific montane habitats. Valued in traditional healing practices, it possesses unique bioactive compounds used to treat various ailments. Understanding its botanical properties and ecological significance is essential for both pharmacology and conservation efforts.
- Scientific name: Lilium ledebourii
- Family: Liliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
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. Finally, its taxonomic designation is completed within the genus Lilium.
| 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, Lilium ledebourii, is known by various common names depending on the language and region. In Persian, it is referred to as سوسن چلچراغ, while in Azerbaijani, it is called Ledebur zanbağı. Russian speakers identify it as Лилия Ледебура, and in both Arabic and Egyptian Arabic, the name used is ليليوم ليدبورى.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fa | سوسن چلچراغ | Wikidata |
| az | Ledebur zanbağı | Wikidata |
| ru | Лилия Ледебура | Wikidata |
| arz | ليليوم ليدبورى | Wikidata |
| ar | ليليوم ليدبورى | Wikidata |
| fa | سوسن سفید | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within certain regions of Western Eurasia. Its distribution primarily extends through the Caucasus mountain system. Within this area, it is notably found throughout the Transcaucasus region. Additionally, the species can be located further south in Western Asia. Specifically, its presence has been documented within the borders of Iran.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Lilium ledebourii, utilizes its specialized underground tuber as a primary storage organ for nutrients and energy. These bulbous structures, often referred to as tubers in a general sense, allow the plant to survive dormant periods and provide the necessary sustenance for rapid growth during the flowering season. By concentrating essential carbohydrates within the tuber, the plant ensures it has the structural integrity and energy reserves required to support its aerial stems and delicate blooms.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| tuber | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Lilium ledebourii has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include zinc oxide.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| zinc oxide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Lilium ledebourii has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Leishmania major.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Leishmania major | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |