Hypericum lysimachioides
Hypericum lysimachioides · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Hypericum lysimachioides, is a perennial herb belonging to the Hypericaceae family. Often found in moist, shaded habitats, this medicinal plant shares botanical similarities with St. John's Wort. It is valued in traditional herbalism for its unique phytochemical properties, potentially offering anti-inflammatory and restorative benefits for various skin conditions.
- Family
- Hypericaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Hypericum lysimachioidesSources: Wikidata
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 |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Hypericaceae |
| Genus | Hypericum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
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 |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran |
| Western Asia | Iraq |
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Hypericum lysimachioides has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Gallic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Gallic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Gallic acid
- Atherosclerosis
Conditions
Hypericum lysimachioides has 4 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include LDL cholesterol, atherosclerosis, cardiovascular disease, hypercholesterolemia.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Ldl cholesterol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Atherosclerosis | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cardiovascular disease | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypercholesterolemia | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Ldl cholesterol
- Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerosis
Cardiovascular disease
- Atherosclerosis
Hypercholesterolemia
- Atherosclerosis