Hypericum brasiliense
Hypericum brasiliense, commonly known as a member of the St. John's wort family, is a versatile medicinal plant native to South American landscapes. Renowned for its diverse bioactive compounds, it is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to address inflammatory conditions, promoting healing through its potent phytochemical properties and antioxidant effects.
- Scientific name: Hypericum brasiliense
- Family: Hypericaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Malpighiales and is a member of the family Hypericaceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Hypericum and the species Hypericum brasiliense.
| 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, known scientifically as Hypericum brasiliense, is identified by several common names depending on the linguistic context. In Chinese, it is referred to as 巴西金丝桃 (zh), which is also the standard form used in Simplified Chinese (zh-hans) and specifically within mainland China (zh-cn).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 巴西金丝桃 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 巴西金丝桃 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 巴西金丝桃 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several key regions of South America. In the western portion of the continent, it can be found growing in Bolivia. Within Brazil, its presence is widespread, spanning the Northeast, Southeast, and South regions. Additionally, the species extends into the southern part of the continent. Specifically, it is located in the Northeast region of Argentina.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Uruguay | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Hypericum brasiliense, possesses distinct morphological features across its various structures that contribute to its medicinal profile. The stems are typically slender and woody at the base, providing a sturdy framework for the plant's growth. Below the surface, the roots form an extensive system designed to anchor the plant and absorb essential nutrients from the soil. The leaves are arranged along the stems, often characterized by their specific shape and texture, which are key identifiers for the species. Most notably, the flowers emerge as delicate reproductive organs, often displaying vibrant colors that attract pollinators and serve as a primary focus for botanical study.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flowers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Hypericum brasiliense has 15 reported phytochemicals identified across 18 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,5-dihydroxyxanthone, betulinic acid, quercetin, 5-hydroxy-1-methoxyxanthone, 6-deoxyjacareubin.
- Total chemicals
- 15
- Scientific sources
- 18
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1,5-dihydroxyxanthone | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| betulinic acid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-hydroxy-1-methoxyxanthone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 6-deoxyjacareubin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| guaijaverin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hyperbrasilone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hyperoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoquercitrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Hypericum brasiliense has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hypericum brasiliense has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include edema, hemolysis, hemorrhage, proteolysis, snake bite.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| edema | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hemolysis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hemorrhage | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| proteolysis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| snake bite | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |