Devil Lily
Lilium lancifolium
Lilium lancifolium is a plant species within the Liliaceae family. There are no recorded traditional uses for this plant in historical medicinal practices. Scientific studies suggest that specific extracts may exhibit anxiolytic, antidepressant, and cognition-enhancing effects in certain mouse models, as well as potent anticonvulsant activity through the modulation of GABAergic synaptic organization. Research also indicates that processing methods like blanching can influence polyphenol retention and bioactivity. No major safety issues or notable drug interactions are currently recorded in the available data.
- 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
- Blanching combined with drying enhanced polyphenol retention and bioactivity in Lilium lancifolium bulbs while reducing browning.
- TSLB exhibited anxiolytic, antidepressant, and cognition-enhancing effects in ovariectomized mice exposed to chronic stress.
- This study used MALDI-MSI and UHPLC-OE-MS to spatially visualize and identify multiple metabolites in Lilium lancifolium bulbs, including steroidal saponins and phenolic acid glycerides.
- Lilii bulbus water extract showed potent anticonvulsant activity by modulating GABAergic synaptic organization in mice.
- Lilium lancifolium's LlR3MYB transcription factor mediates cold stress tolerance through regulating flavonoid biosynthesis.
- This study found that while colchicine was detected in positive controls, it was not present in any tissues of the five lily species examined.
Frequently asked questions
What is Devil Lily?
Devil Lily (Lilium lancifolium) 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 Devil Lily?
6 sourced findings are recorded for Devil Lily; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Blanching combined with drying enhanced polyphenol retention and bioactivity in Lilium lancifolium bulbs while reducing browning.
How strong is the evidence for Devil Lily?
The strongest finding for Devil Lily carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Devil Lily safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Devil Lily in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Devil Lily interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Devil Lily in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Devil Lily?
Devil Lily is also known as: Лилия ланцетолистная, Lis à feuilles lancéolées.
Is Devil Lily 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 Effects of blanching combined with drying on polyphenolic compounds and bioactivity in Lilium lancifolium. literature abstract metadata
- T2 LC-MS-Based Screening for Colchicine and Characterization of Major Bitter Constituents in Lily. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Anxiolytic, anti-depressive and cognition-enhancing effects of total saponins from lily bulbs in ovariectomized mice: A potential therapy for menopause-associated emotional disorders. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Lilii bulbus Exerts Anti-Seizure Effects by Modulating GABAergic Synapse Organization in the Pentylenetetrazol Kindling Model. literature abstract metadata
- T2 LlR3MYB-mediated flavonoid biosynthesis confers cold stress tolerance in Lilium lancifolium through the LlDREB-LlCHS2 regulatory cascade. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Integrated MALDI-MSI and UHPLC-OE-MS for Spatial Visualization and Biosynthetic Pathway Elucidation of Bioactive Metabolites in Lilium lancifolium Thunb. literature abstract metadata