Hypericum gentianoides
Hypericum gentianoides, commonly known as Gentian St. John's Wort, is a perennial herb native to mountainous regions. Distinguished by its vibrant yellow, star-shaped flowers, this botanical species belongs to the Hypericaceae family. While less famous than its relatives, it holds significant interest in traditional herbalism and ecological studies.
- Scientific name: Hypericum gentianoides
- Family: Hypericaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls into the order Malpighiales and is a member of the family Hypericaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is 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 gentianoides, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently called Gentian St. John's Wort, while in German, it is known as Enzian-Johanniskraut. In French, the species is commonly called Millepertuis de Gentiane, and in Italian, it is referred to as Iperico gentianoide.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution that spans across multiple continents. In Southwestern Europe, its presence is specifically noted within the borders of France. Moving across the Atlantic, it can be found in Eastern Canada within the provinces of Nova Scotia, Ontario, and Prince Edward Island. Additionally, the species extends its range into North-Central U.S.A., specifically inhabiting Illinois. This wide-ranging habitat demonstrates the plant's ability to adapt to various temperate environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Nova Scotia | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Ontario | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Prince Edward I. | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Illinois | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Iowa | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Minnesota | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Missouri | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Oklahoma | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Wisconsin | WCVP |
Chemicals
Hypericum gentianoides has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include PIB, phlorisobutyrophenone, phloroglucinol.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| PIB | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phlorisobutyrophenone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phloroglucinol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |