Blackberry Lily Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Blackberry lily is a perennial, flowering plant from the Iris family (Iridaceae). Its scientific name is Belamcanda chinensis and it’s also called the leopard lily. The blackberry lily is native to Eastern Asia. It has also been naturalized in parts of North America. The blackberry lily is known for its beautiful spotted flower petals that are a reddish-orange color. ^1,2

While it’s commonly known as an ornamental flower, blackberry lily has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for hundreds of years. The Chinese name for blackberry lily is She Gan. Typically, the dried root system of the blackberry lily plant is used for medicinal purposes.³

Blackberry Lily Health Uses and Health Benefits

Blackberry lily health benefits come from several organic compounds found in the root system of the plant. Blackberry lily is highly effective as a natural expectorant. Traditionally, blackberry lily medicinal uses have been for treating throat and respiratory conditions.^3,4

Blackberry lily health benefits include being a natural anti-inflammatory, which can be used as a low-grade drug for infections throughout the body.

Some studies have also shown possible blackberry lily medicinal uses for cancer. Blackberry lily may have anticancer properties that make it beneficial for treating cancers related to the respiratory system, liver and pancreas.³

Blackberry lily is also considered a natural detoxifying product when taken as a tonic. Blackberry lily tonic also acts as a diuretic and purgative.⁴

Blackberry lily medicinal uses include being a natural remedy for the following conditions:

• Asthma - Blackberry lily health benefits include helping to alleviate asthma symptoms by reducing inflammation in the airways, which helps to improve breathing.
• Bronchitis - Traditional blackberry lily medicinal uses have been for treating respiratory inflammation, such as bronchitis.
• Cough - Blackberry lily can help to improve breathing and stop coughing by providing soothing relief. Blackberry lily can also help to clear any phlegm buildup associated with a cough.
• Pneumonia - Blackberry lily can help to alleviate pneumonia by treating fluid buildup and improving breathing.
• Sore Throat - Blackberry lily can be used for treating and soothing a sore throat.
• Throat Cancer - Studies have shown that blackberry lily has natural anticancer properties that may target throat cancer specifically.

Blackberry Lily Side Effects and Precautions

Blackberry lily may have toxic effects when taken in high doses. Always consult a professional herbalist before taking blackberry lily. ³

References

1. https://www.britannica.com/plant/blackberry-lily
2. https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/details?plantid=4394 
3. http://www.chineseherbshealing.com/blackberry-lily/ 
4. https://herbpathy.com/Uses-and-Benefits-of-Belamcanda-Chinensis-Cid3243