Lycoris radiata

Lycoris radiata

Lycoris radiata, commonly known as naked lady or magic lily, is a flowering plant native to East Asia. While it has significant traditional uses in some cultures for ornamental purposes, no specific traditional medicinal applications have been recorded. Scientific research indicates that L. radiata plays a role in the galanthamine biosynthesis pathway and provides insights into Amaryllidaceae alkaloids' evolutionary origins. Additionally, studies reveal a novel regulatory module involving lncRNA401-LrWRKY70 influencing flower color through metabolic reprogramming. In terms of its potential therapeutic effects, Lycorine, a compound found in the plant, has shown promise by inducing ferroptosis in colorectal cancer cells via Nrf2 signaling suppression and SLC7A11 reduction. No major safety concerns or known drug interactions have been reported for this plant.

De un vistazo
Mejor evidencia
D
Precauciones

Solo información. El uso tradicional no significa eficacia probada. La evidencia y la seguridad varían — consulte las fuentes citadas.

Lo que dice la ciencia

  • The study provided insights into the galanthamine biosynthesis pathway in Lycoris radiata and revealed the evolutionary origin of Amaryllidaceae alkaloids. D PMID
  • El estudio identifica un nuevo módulo regulador LncRNA401-LrWRKY70 que influye en la formación del color azul-violeta de las flores en Lycoris a través de una reprogramación metabólica. D PMID
  • La licrocina induce ferropotosis en las células de cáncer colorrectal inhibiendo la señalización Nrf2 mediada por DPP3 y reduciendo los niveles de SLC7A11. D PMID
  • Los análisis filogenéticos basados en secuencias de cloroplasto y ribosómico ITS nuclear revelaron diferencias en la ubicación de Lycoris chunxiaoensis, sugiriendo discordancia citonuclear. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Lycoris radiata?

Lycoris radiata (Lycoris radiata) 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 Lycoris radiata?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Lycoris radiata; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study provided insights into the galanthamine biosynthesis pathway in Lycoris radiata and revealed the evolutionary origin of Amaryllidaceae alkaloids.

How strong is the evidence for Lycoris radiata?

The strongest finding for Lycoris radiata carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Lycoris radiata safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Lycoris radiata in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Lycoris radiata interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Lycoris radiata in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

What are the common names of Lycoris radiata?

Lycoris radiata is also known as: Ликорис лучистый.

Is Lycoris radiata 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.

Fuentes

  1. T2 Lycorine suppresses DPP3-mediated Nrf2 signaling, thereby reducing SLC7A11 levels to trigger ferroptosis in colorectal cancer cells. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 The LncRNA401-LrWRKY70 Module Regulates the Blue-Purple Flower Color Formation in Lycoris. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Chloroplast genomics and nuclear ribosomal ITS phylogeny reveal pronounced cytonuclear discordance in Lycoris chunxiaoensis. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 A chromosome-level genome assembly of Lycoris radiata unveils evolutionary origin of Amaryllidaceae alkaloids and elucidates the complete pathway of galanthamine biosynthesis. literature abstract metadata