Hypericum hirsutum
Hypericum hirsutum, commonly known as Hairy St. John's Wort, is a distinctive perennial herb belonging to the Hypericaceae family. Characterized by its glandular, hairy leaves and vibrant yellow flowers, this plant thrives in sunny, open habitats. It is valued in botanical studies for its unique morphological features and phytochemical properties.
- Scientific name: Hypericum hirsutum
- Family: Hypericaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further organized into the order Malpighiales and the family Hypericaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus name, 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 hirsutum, is referred to by various common names depending on the language. In Estonia, it is called karvane naistepuna, while in Germany, it is known as Beharrtes Johanniskraut. In Poland, the species is called dziurawiec kosmaty, and in France, it is identified as Millepertuis hérissé. Additionally, in Lithuania, it is commonly called Plaukuotoji jonաžolė.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| et | karvane naistepuna | Wikidata |
| de | Behaartes Johanniskraut | Wikidata |
| pl | dziurawiec kosmaty | Wikidata |
| fr | Millepertuis hérissé | Wikidata |
| lt | Plaukuotoji jonažolė | Wikidata |
| fi | karvakuisma | Wikidata |
| hsb | Somoćany křižomnik | Wikidata |
| sv | Luden johannesört | Wikidata |
| nl | Ruig hertshooi | Wikidata |
| zh | 毛金丝桃 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known as Hypericum hirsutum, exhibits a specific distribution across several Northern European territories. Its presence can be documented within the coastal and inland regions of Denmark. Furthermore, it is found growing in the natural landscapes of Finland. The species also extends its range to include the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, its geographical reach encompasses the rugged terrains of Norway.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Hypericum hirsutum, is often studied for its various bioactive compounds, particularly when focusing on its reproductive structures. The flower extracts derived from this species are of significant interest due to the presence of specific phytochemicals, such as flavonoids and tannins, which may contribute to its therapeutic potential. By isolating these extracts from the blossoms, researchers can investigate the plant's ability to exhibit antioxidant or anti-inflammatory properties, highlighting the specialized chemical profile held within its floral tissues.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Flower extracts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Hypericum hirsutum has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include amentoflavone, hypericin, hyperoside, luteolin, quercetin.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| amentoflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypericin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hyperoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercitrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Hypericum hirsutum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiinflammatory.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiinflammatory | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hypericum hirsutum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |