Asian Lily-of-the-Valley
Convallaria keiskei
Convallaria keiskei, also known as Keiske's lily, is a plant native to Japan and Korea. There are no traditional uses or recorded practices associated with this species in any known medical traditions. Scientific evidence suggests that Convallaria keiskei exhibits anti-cancer properties by inhibiting the growth of salivary gland cancer cells through mechanisms such as reducing Mcl-1 levels and inducing apoptosis, though more research is needed to confirm these findings comprehensively. The plant has also been studied for its response to kerosene pollution in forest and wetland communities, revealing fifteen putative ckTPS genes involved in terpene synthesis with higher expression in the flower compared to other parts of the plant. Notably, the chloroplast genome of Convallaria keiskei contains a segment of mitochondrial DNA, a unique feature among monocotyledon land plants. No significant safety concerns or drug interactions have been recorded for this species.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- Convallaria keiskei significantly inhibited salivary gland cancer growth by reducing Mcl-1 and inducing apoptosis.
- Convallaria keiskei was among the plant species analyzed for their response to kerosene pollution in different forest and wetland communities.
- The study identified fifteen putative ckTPS genes involved in terpene synthesis, with higher expression in the flower compared to the leaf and root.
- Convallaria keiskei has a chloroplast genome containing a segment of mitochondrial DNA, a unique feature among monocotyledon land plants.
Frequently asked questions
What is Asian Lily-of-the-Valley?
Asian Lily-of-the-Valley (Convallaria keiskei) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Asian Lily-of-the-Valley?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Asian Lily-of-the-Valley; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Convallaria keiskei significantly inhibited salivary gland cancer growth by reducing Mcl-1 and inducing apoptosis.
How strong is the evidence for Asian Lily-of-the-Valley?
The strongest finding for Asian Lily-of-the-Valley carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Asian Lily-of-the-Valley safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Asian Lily-of-the-Valley in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Asian Lily-of-the-Valley interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Asian Lily-of-the-Valley in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Asian Lily-of-the-Valley?
Asian Lily-of-the-Valley is also known as: Ландыш Кейзке.
Is Asian Lily-of-the-Valley a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T2 Convallaria keiskei as a novel therapeutic alternative for salivary gland cancer treatment by targeting myeloid cell leukemia-1. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Evidence of mitochondrial DNA in the chloroplast genome of Convallaria keiskei and its subsequent evolution in the Asparagales. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Impact of kerosene pollution on ground vegetation of southern taiga in the Amur Region, Russia. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Comparative Analysis and Identification of Terpene Synthase Genes in Convallaria keiskei Leaf, Flower and Root Using RNA-Sequencing Profiling. literature abstract metadata