Hypericum lysimachioides
Hypericum lysimachioides, commonly known as the creeping St. John's wort, is a resilient perennial herb native to various regions. Belonging to the Hypericaceae family, this plant is distinguished by its small, yellow flowers and spreading habit. It holds significant interest in ethnobotany for its diverse potential medicinal properties.
- Scientific name: Hypericum lysimachioides
- Family: Hypericaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Malpighiales and the family Hypericaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Hypericum, specifically as the species Hypericum lysimachioides.
| 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 lysimachioides, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently called St. John's wort (specifically the small-flowered variety), while in Spanish, it is known as Hipérico. In Portuguese, the plant is commonly called Hipérico, and in French, it is identified as Millepertuis.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the Western Asia region. Its presence has been documented across several distinct countries in this part of the world. Specifically, it can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Iran. The species also inhabits various territories throughout Iraq. Additionally, its range extends into the diverse environments of Türkiye.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Hypericum lysimachioides has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include gallic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| gallic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hypericum lysimachioides has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include LDL cholesterol, atherosclerosis, cardiovascular disease, hypercholesterolemia.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| LDL cholesterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| atherosclerosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cardiovascular disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypercholesterolemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |