Hypericum carinatum
Hypericum carinaatum, commonly known as the carinate St. John's wort, is a distinctive perennial herb belonging to the Hypericaceae family. Characterized by its unique, keel-like leaf structure and vibrant yellow blossoms, this medicinal plant is valued in traditional herbalism for its potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory therapeutic properties.
- Scientific name: Hypericum carinatum
- Family: Hypericaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Hypericum carinatum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Hypericaceae and falls under 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 carinaatum, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently referred to as the Carinate St. John's Wort, while in German, it is commonly called die Kantenblättrige Johanniskraut.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the southern regions of South America. It can be found across various territories, including the Northeast and Northwest regions of Argentina. Additionally, its presence extends into the neighboring country of Paraguay. The species is also documented throughout Uruguay. Finally, the plant is located within the southern part of Brazil.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 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 carinaatum, is characterized by its distinct foliage, specifically its leaves which play a vital role in the plant's biological processes. The leaves are typically arranged in an opposite pattern along the stem, providing a lush green surface area necessary for photosynthesis. These leaves are often elliptical or lanceolate in shape, serving as the primary site for nutrient production that supports the overall health and medicinal potency of the species.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Hypericum carinatum has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1-eicosanol, campesterol, sitosterol, stigmasterol, uliginosin B.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1-eicosanol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| campesterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sitosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stigmasterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| uliginosin B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |