Hypericum hircinum
Stinking tutsan
Hypericum hircinum, commonly known as St. John's Wort, is a perennial herb celebrated in traditional medicine for its therapeutic properties. Belonging to the Hypericaceae family, this plant is rich in bioactive compounds like hypericin, frequently utilized to support emotional well-being, alleviate mild depression, and promote skin healing processes.
- Scientific name: Hypericum hircinum
- Family: Hypericaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Malpighiales and the family Hypericaceae. Finally, it is identified by 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 hircinum, is recognized by various regional common names across different languages. In German, it is referred to as Bocks-Johanniskraut, while in Corsican, it is called Erba bicchina. The Danish name for this species is Stinkende Perikon, and in Russian, it is known as Зверобой козлиный. Additionally, in Swedish, the plant is commonly called Lukthyperikum.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Bocks-Johanniskraut | Wikidata |
| co | Erba bicchina | Wikidata |
| da | Stinkende Perikon | Wikidata |
| ru | Зверобой козлиный | Wikidata |
| sv | Lukthyperikum | Wikidata |
| eu | Aker-belar | Wikidata |
| cy | Dail-y-Beiblau drewllyd | Wikidata |
| ar | عرن ماعزي | Wikidata |
| arz | عرن ماعزى | Wikidata |
| cs | třezalka kozlí | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across various regions of Europe. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented in both Great Britain and Ireland. Moving toward Southwestern Europe, the species can be found throughout France. It also inhabits the Mediterranean islands, specifically within the Baleares. Finally, its range extends to the island of Corse.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Hypericum hircinum, is characterized by its specific morphological features used in traditional medicinal practices. The medicinal properties are primarily concentrated in the aerial parts of the organism, which encompass everything above the ground level. Within these aerial parts, the leaves play a crucial role, typically exhibiting a specific arrangement and texture that are diagnostic for the species. Together, these components are often harvested to prepare various therapeutic extracts.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Hypericum hircinum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, quercetin, terpenes.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Hypericum hircinum has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidepressant, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Antiviral.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidepressant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hypericum hircinum has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include burns, cough, migraine, respiratory diseases, rheumatism.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| burns | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cough | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| migraine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| respiratory diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rheumatism | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wound healing | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |