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Hypericum microcalycinum

Hypericum microcalycinum · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Hypericum microcalycinum, is a rare medicinal plant belonging to the Hypericaceae family. Renowned for its unique biochemical profile, this species offers significant therapeutic potential. Researchers are increasingly exploring its bioactive compounds for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, marking it as a valuable botanical resource.

Family
Hypericaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Hypericum Hyssopifolium Var. Microcalycinum · Hypericum Elongatum Subsp. Microcalycinum · 1 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Hypericum microcalycinum

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Malpighiales and the family Hypericaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Hypericum, and its species name, microcalycinum.

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, known scientifically as Hypericum microcalycinum, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural habitat is concentrated within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, this medicinal species is found growing in the country of Türkiye. Because of this narrow distribution, it is considered an endemic element of the local flora. Understanding its precise location in Türkiye is essential for studying its unique ecological requirements.

Region Area
Western Asia Türkiye

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Reproduction

The reproduction of Hypericum microcalycinum is characterized by the production of minute seeds that play a critical role in its dispersal and recruitment processes. Quantitative analysis of its reproductive output reveals a highly consistent seed size profile, with the seed mass exhibiting no variance across the sampled population. Specifically, the seed mass remains constant at a mean value of 0.00274 g, which is also reflected as both the maximum and minimum recorded mass (0.00274 g). This uniformity in seed mass suggests a highly stabilized reproductive strategy, ensuring that each individual seed carries a precise and predictable amount of nutrient reserves to support early seedling development.

Seed mass mean:
0.00274 g

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Hypericum microcalycinum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Caryophyllene oxide.

Chemicals reported in Hypericum microcalycinum
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Caryophyllene oxide 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Caryophyllene oxide

  1. Fitoterapia

Preparations

Hypericum microcalycinum has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include essential oils.

Preparations reported for Hypericum microcalycinum
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Essential oils 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Essential oils

  1. Fitoterapia