Himalayan St Johns Wort
Hypericum elodeoides · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Himalayan St Johns Wort, scientifically known as Hypericum elodeoides, is a perennial herb cherished in traditional herbalism. Known for its vibrant yellow blooms, this plant is often studied for its potential calming effects. It serves as a fascinating botanical specimen, offering unique therapeutic properties within the diverse Hypericum genus.
- Family
- Hypericaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Hypericum elodeoidesTaxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Malpighiales and the family Hypericaceae. Finally, it is identified by its 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 |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical range across several key regions in Asia. In China, its presence is noted in the South-Central, Southeast, and Tibet regions. Its distribution extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within the state of Assam. Furthermore, it can be found inhabiting the East Himalaya area. These diverse locations highlight the varied habitats where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Chemicals
Hypericum elodeoides has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Hypelodin B.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Hypelodin B | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Hypelodin B
- Journal of natural medicines