Hypericum maculatum subsp. immaculatum
Hypericum maculatum subsp. immaculaatum, commonly known as Spotted St. John's Wort, is a distinctive perennial herb. Native to specific European regions, this subspecies is valued for its bright yellow blooms. In traditional herbalism, members of the Hypericum genus are studied for their unique bioactive compounds and therapeutic potential.
- Scientific name: Hypericum maculatum subsp. immaculatum
- Family: Hypericaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales, it is further categorized into the family Hypericaceae. Finally, it is identified under the genus Hypericum as the subspecies Hypericum maculatum subsp. immaculatum.
| 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 maculatum subsp. immaculatum, is recognized by various common names across different linguistic regions. In English, it is frequently referred to as spotted St. John's-wort, while in German, it is known as Fleckiges Johanniskraut. In French, the species is called millepertuis tacheté, and in Spanish, it is often called hipérico manchado.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily found across specific regions of Southeastern Europe. It can be located within the borders of Bulgaria and Greece. Furthermore, its habitat extends into the territory of Romania. The distribution also encompasses parts of the Northwest Balkan Peninsula. These areas collectively define the natural geographical range of this subspecies.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
Chemicals
Hypericum maculatum subsp. immaculatum has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Hypericin, hyperforin, quercetin, rutin.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Hypericin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hyperforin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Hypericum maculatum subsp. immaculatum has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticholinergic, Antihyperglycemic, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticholinergic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |