Rohdea fargesii var. fargesii
Rohdea fargesii var. fargesii, commonly known as the Japanese Sacred Lily, is a resilient evergreen perennial prized for its glossy foliage and striking red berries. Deeply rooted in East Asian folklore, this medicinal plant is traditionally utilized for its various therapeutic properties, offering a unique blend of beauty and healing.
- Scientific name: Rohdea fargesii var. fargesii
- Family: Asparagaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Rohdea fargesii var. fargesii, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Asparagales and the family Asparagaceae. It is further distinguished by its placement within the genus Rohdea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Asparagaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Rohdea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is native to specific regions within East Asia. Its primary distribution includes the South-Central part of China. Additionally, it can be found growing throughout the Southeast region of China. The species also extends its range to the island of Taiwan. Collectively, these locations define the natural geographical footprint of Rohdea fargesii var. fargesii.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant is characterized by its specific underground parts that facilitate its growth and survival in its natural habitat. The structure includes well-developed roots that anchor the specimen firmly into the soil, absorbing essential nutrients and moisture. More importantly, the plant features distinctive rhizomes, specifically a creeping rhizome, which serves as a vital storage organ for energy and allows for vegetative propagation through its subterranean network.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| underground parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhizomes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhizome | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Rohdea fargesii var. fargesii has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antiproliferative.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |