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Hypericum papuanum

Hypericum papuanum · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Hypericum papuanum, scientifically known as Hypericum papuanum, is a remarkable medicinal plant native to the unique ecosystems of Papua New Guinea. Belonging to the Hypericaceae family, this species holds significant ethnobotanical importance, offering potential therapeutic properties that researchers are currently exploring for their diverse pharmacological applications in modern medicine.

Family
Hypericaceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Hypericum Hellwigii · Hypericum Kunaianum · 1 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Hypericum papuanum

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales, falling into the family Hypericaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Hypericum.

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 is native to the specific region known as Papuasia. Its primary geographical distribution is centered within the large island of New Guinea. Within this tropical territory, the species occupies unique ecological niches characteristic of the area. Because of this localized range, the plant is considered endemic to this specific part of the world. Consequently, finding this medicinal species elsewhere in the global landscape is highly unlikely.

Region Area
Papuasia New Guinea

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Hypericum papuanum is characterized by its distinct growth form as a shrub. This plant exhibits a woody structure, possessing permanent, lignified stems that provide the necessary support for its branching habit and overall stature.

Growth form :
shrub
Woodiness :
woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

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

Chemicals reported in Hypericum papuanum
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Hyperpapuanone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Hyperpapuanone

  1. Journal of natural products

Preparations

Hypericum papuanum has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include petroleum ether extract of the aerial parts, petroleum ether extract of the dried aerial parts.

Preparations reported for Hypericum papuanum
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Petroleum ether extract of the aerial parts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Petroleum ether extract of the dried aerial parts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Petroleum ether extract of the aerial parts

  1. Journal of natural products

Petroleum ether extract of the dried aerial parts

  1. Journal of natural products