Lilium leichtlinii subsp. maximowiczii
Lilium leichtlinii subsp. maximowiczii, commonly known as the Maximowicz lily, is a distinguished perennial herb native to East Asian woodlands. Renowned for its striking, bell-shaped blossoms, this botanical specimen holds significant value in traditional herbal medicine, where its various components are utilized for their unique therapeutic and restorative properties.
- Scientific name: Lilium leichtlinii subsp. maximowiczii
- Family: Liliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Liliales, it is specifically situated in the family Liliaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Lilium as the subspecies Liliium leichtlinii subsp. maximowiczii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Liliales | WCVP |
| Family | Liliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lilium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions of Eastern Asia. In the Russian Far East, its presence is specifically noted within the Primorye region. Its range extends into China, where it can be found throughout Manchuria as well as in China North-Central. The species is also widely distributed across the Korean Peninsula. Finally, its habitat includes various parts of Japan, completing its extensive East Asian footprint.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Lilium leichtlinii subsp. maximowiczii, is characterized by its specialized underground structures which are central to its botanical identity. The most significant components are the bulbs, which serve as the primary storage organs for the species. Within these bulbs, the tightly packed bulb scales function as modified leaves that store essential nutrients and moisture. It is crucial to distinguish healthy tissue from diseased bulbs, as any decay or fungal infection within the bulb scales can compromise the plant's vitality and its medicinal efficacy.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| diseased bulbs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bulb scales | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |