Hypericum gaitii
Hypericum gaitii, commonly known as a specialized member of the St. John's wort family, is a rare medicinal plant native to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, it offers significant therapeutic potential, particularly in treating inflammatory conditions and supporting neurological health through its bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Hypericum gaitii
- Family: Hypericaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Hypericum gaitii, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Malpighiales and the family Hypericaceae. Its specific classification is completed 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, known scientifically as Hypericum gaitii, is identified by various local names depending on the region and language. In English, it is commonly referred to as Gait's St. John's Wort, while in Spanish, it is known as Hipérico de Gait.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Hypericum gaitii, exhibits a specific and limited geographical range. It is primarily distributed across the vast expanse of the Indian Subcontinent. Within this broad region, its presence is specifically documented within the borders of India. This localized occurrence suggests that the species is adapted to the particular environmental conditions found in this part of South Asia. Consequently, its natural habitat remains concentrated within these specific national boundaries.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
Chemicals
Hypericum gaitii has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2'-Deoxymugineic acid, Avenanthramide A, Avenic acid A, Mannopine.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2'-Deoxymugineic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Avenanthramide A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Avenic acid A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mannopine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hypericum gaitii has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include SARS-CoV-2, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| SARS-CoV-2 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |