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Gloriosa

Gloriosa is a genus of 12 species in the plant family Colchicaceae, and includes the formerly recognised genus Littonia. They are native in tropical and southern Africa to Asia, and naturalised in Australia and the Pacific as well as being widely cultivated. The most common English names are flame lily, fire lily, gloriosa lily, glory lily, superb lily, climbing lily, and creeping lily.

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Harnessing endophytes and Multi-Omics for sustainable Colchicine biosynthesis.

Researchers demonstrate how beneficial microorganisms living inside Gloriosa superba plants boost colchicine production—a drug used for gout, arthritis, and cancer. By studying this plant-microbe partnership using advanced molecular techniques and applying genetic engineering, scientists can develop sustainable, scalable manufacturing methods while protecting endangered wild populations.