Lycoris squamigera
Lycoris squamigera · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Sparse (54 studies) · ★★☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Lycoris squamigera, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued in traditional practices. Often recognized by its striking floral displays, this species contains bioactive compounds with significant therapeutic potential. Research focuses on its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, highlighting its importance in exploring natural solutions for various ailments.
- Family
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- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
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- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
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Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Lycoris squamigeraDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution that spans across multiple continents. In Asia, its native range includes the southeastern regions of China as well as parts of Japan and Korea. Interestingly, the species also extends its presence into North America. Within the Northeastern United States, it can be found specifically in Ohio. Furthermore, its range reaches into the Southeastern United States, specifically within Tennessee.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | Ohio | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Tennessee | WCVP |
Chemicals
Lycoris squamigera has 12 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Hippeastrine, Homolycorine, Lycoramine, Lycorenine, Norpluviine.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Hippeastrine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Homolycorine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lycoramine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lycorenine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Norpluviine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pluviine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pseudolycorine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tazettine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| epigalanthamine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| galanthamine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Lycoris squamigera has 42 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analeptic, Analgesic, Antiacetylcholinesterase, Antialzheimeran, Antibacterial.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analeptic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiacetylcholinesterase | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antialzheimeran | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibutylcholinesterase | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticholinesterase | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifeedant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiherpetic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antileukemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |