Hypericum adenotrichum
Hypericum adenotrichum, commonly known as a specialized member of the St. John's Wort family, is a unique medicinal shrub native to specific high-altitude regions. Renowned for its distinct glandular hairs, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential, particularly in traditional medicine for its diverse bioactive compounds and healing properties.
- Scientific name: Hypericum adenotrichum
- Family: Hypericaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Hypericum adenotrichum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Malpighiales and the family Hypericaceae. Finally, it is placed within the genus Hypericum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Hypericaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Hypericum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Hypericum adenotrichum, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is often referred to as the glandular St. John's wort, while in Spanish, it is commonly called hipérico glandular. In Portuguese, the plant is known as hipérico glandular, and in French, it is referred to as millepertuis glandulaire.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Hypericum adenotrichum, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural distribution is primarily concentrated within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, this medicinal species is found growing in the landscapes of Türkiye. Because of this localized presence, it is considered an endemic element of the Turkish flora. Understanding this restricted habitat is essential for the conservation and study of the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Activities
Hypericum adenotrichum has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antigenotoxic, Cytotoxic, Genotoxic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antigenotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Genotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hypericum adenotrichum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include breast cancer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |