Hypericum roeperianum
Hypericum roeperianum, commonly known as a member of the St. John's Wort family, is a distinctive medicinal plant prized for its unique botanical properties. Characterized by its vibrant blooms, this species holds significant potential in traditional herbalism, offering intriguing possibilities for therapeutic applications and specialized pharmacological research and study.
- Scientific name: Hypericum roeperianum
- Family: Hypericaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Hypericum roeperianum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, falling into the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Hypericaceae and is situated within the genus Hypericum.
| 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, Hypericum roeperianum, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Roepel's St. John's Wort, while in German, it is known as Roepels Johanniskraut. In Spanish, the species is called Hypericum roeperianum, and in French, it is identified as l'hypericum de Roepel.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of habitats across the tropical regions of the African continent. In West Tropical Africa, its presence is documented in both Guinea and Nigeria. Moving into West-Central Tropical Africa, the species can be found extending through Cameroon and into the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Furthermore, its distribution reaches into Northeast Tropical Africa, specifically within the borders of Ethiopia. Together, these locations highlight a broad geographical footprint spanning multiple African subregions.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Sudan-South Sudan | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Uganda | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Angola | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Hypericum roeperianum, possesses distinct morphological features across its various structures. The leaves are characteristic of the genus, typically arranged in an opposite pattern along the branches, providing the primary surface for photosynthesis. The stem bark and the general bark of the plant serve as protective layers for the vascular tissues, shielding the internal structures from environmental stressors and potential pathogens.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Hypericum roeperianum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include bichromonol.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bichromonol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Hypericum roeperianum has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hypericum roeperianum has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include HIV, HIV-1, anthrax, breast cancer, cancer.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| HIV | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| HIV-1 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anthrax | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| female sterility | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fungal infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |