Lilium pumilum
Lilium pumilum, commonly known as the dwarf lily, is a delicate perennial prized in traditional herbalism. Characterized by its compact stature and vibrant blooms, this medicinal plant is valued for its unique phytochemical properties. It is frequently studied for its potential therapeutic applications in soothing various systemic inflammatory conditions.
- Scientific name: Lilium pumilum
- 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 further categorized into the family Liliaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the 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, Lilium pumilum, is known by several common names depending on the region and language, though it shares the same designation across various Chinese linguistic contexts; specifically, it is referred to as 山丹 in zh-hans, zh-hant, zh-hk, zh-cn, and zh-sg.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 山丹 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 山丹 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 山丹 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 山丹 | Wikidata |
| zh-sg | 山丹 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 山丹 | Wikidata |
| vi | Bách hợp | Wikidata |
| bxr | Улаалзай | Wikidata |
| ar | زنبق قزم | Wikidata |
| zh | 山丹 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several key regions of Northern Asia. In Siberia, its presence is documented across various territories including Buryatiya and Chita. It can also be found throughout the expansive landscapes of the Irkutsk and Krasnoyarsk regions. Beyond the Siberian heartland, the species extends into the Russian Far East. Specifically, its range reaches as far as the Amur region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Siberia | Buryatiya | WCVP |
| Siberia | Chita | WCVP |
| Siberia | Irkutsk | WCVP |
| Siberia | Krasnoyarsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known as Lilium pumilum, possesses several distinct anatomical features that contribute to its medicinal profile. The plant is characterized by its slender leaves, which are typically arranged to maximize sunlight absorption for energy production. During its blooming season, it produces delicate flowers that serve as the reproductive organs of the species. Most importantly, the plant stores its vital nutrients within underground bulbs, specifically a single primary bulb that acts as a concentrated reservoir of bioactive compounds used in traditional remedies.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flowers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bulbs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bulb | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Lilium pumilum has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include isorhamnetin-3-O-rutinoside, kaempferol-3-O-rutinoside, lignin, picloram, rutoside.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| isorhamnetin-3-O-rutinoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kaempferol-3-O-rutinoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lignin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| picloram | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rutoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Lilium pumilum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include salt stress, chlorosis.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| salt stress | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |