Phytochemical profiling and anti-inflammatory potential of lilies cultivated under sundarbans coastal conditions
Author(s):
Ko Ko Gyi, Aye Aye Myint and Kyaw Kyaw Tun
Abstract:
Liliaceae, particularly the Lilium genus, has been a focus of botanical and pharmacological research due to its wide-ranging medicinal properties. This genus includes species such as Lilium candidum and Lilium lancifolium, which have demonstrated anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects in various studies [1, 2]. While these lilies are known for their therapeutic potential, there remains limited research on the phytochemical profiling and bioactivity of lilies cultivated in distinct environments such as coastal zones. The Sundarbans, a coastal region in India, is renowned for its unique ecosystem influenced by tidal waters, saline soils, and climatic stressors, making it an ideal area for studying plant stress responses and secondary metabolite production. Preliminary studies on lily cultivation in the Sundarbans, such as the work by Nilabhra Rohan Das, suggest that coastal conditions could influence the quality and quantity of bioactive compounds in lilies [5]. However, a detailed investigation into the phytochemical composition and anti-inflammatory properties of lilies grown under these conditions is lacking. The present research aims to fill this gap by conducting a comprehensive phytochemical analysis and evaluating the anti-inflammatory potential of lilies cultivated under Sundarbans coastal conditions. The research hypothesizes that lilies grown in this unique ecosystem will exhibit distinctive phytochemical profiles and enhanced anti-inflammatory activity due to environmental stress factors, such as salinity and tidal variations. The findings of this research will contribute to our understanding of how environmental conditions influence plant secondary metabolite production and open new avenues for utilizing lilies as a source of natural anti-inflammatory agents.
