L. brownii extracts improve motor dysfunction, increase neuron count, reduce oxidative stress, and modulate p62-Keap1-Nrf2 pathway in PD mice. Ethanol extract more effective due to higher phenolic acid glyceride content.
New saponins from Lilium brownii inhibited liver cancer cell growth by reducing inflammation and inducing apoptosis. Potential anti-hepatocellular carcinoma agents with medicinal promise.
Scientists isolated two pectic polysaccharides from traditional Chinese medicines Lilium brownii and Polygonatum odoratum. Both polysaccharides contain domains with potential health benefits, such as antioxidant effects, which could be useful for healthcare products.