Hypericum acmosepalum
Hypericum acmosepalum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Hypericum acmosepalum, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Belonging to the Hypericaceae family, this species is recognized for its unique phytochemical profile. Traditionally used to treat various ailments, it offers significant potential in modern pharmacological research and natural healing practices.
- Family
- Hypericaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Hypericum acmosepalumSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Malpighiales and the family Hypericaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus, Hypericum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Hypericaceae |
| Genus | Hypericum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, Hypericum acmosepaulum, exhibits a specific range within the vast territory of China. Its presence is primarily documented across the South-Central region of the country. Additionally, the species can be found growing in the Southeast part of China. These two distinct areas define the known geographical boundaries for this medicinal variety. Consequently, its natural habitat is concentrated within these specific southern and central provinces.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | China Southeast |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Hypericum acmosepaalum is characterized by its growth form as a shrub, exhibiting a distinct structural habit. In terms of its physical composition, the plant is classified as woody, possessing a firm, lignified stem structure typical of its growth habit.
- Growth form :
- shrub
- Woodiness :
- woody
Reproduction
The reproduction of Hypericum acmosepalum is characterized by the production of highly uniform seeds, which play a critical role in its dispersal and establishment processes. Quantitative analysis of its reproductive output reveals a remarkably consistent seed mass, with no variance observed across the sampled population. Specifically, the seed mass is recorded at a constant value of 5e-05 g, meaning the mean, maximum, and minimum seed mass values are all identical at 5e-05 g. This lack of deviation in seed weight suggests a highly stabilized reproductive strategy, ensuring that each seed carries a precise and predictable amount of nutrient reserves to support early seedling development.
- Seed mass mean:
- 5e-05 g
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Hypericum acmosepalum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, PPAPS.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| PPAPS | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
PPAPS
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Preparations
Hypericum acmosepalum has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include air-dried aerial parts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Air-dried aerial parts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Air-dried aerial parts
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)