Hypericum sinaicum
Hypericum sinaicum, commonly known as Chinese St. John's Wort, is a perennial herb native to East Asia. Renowned in traditional medicine, this plant contains bioactive compounds valued for their therapeutic potential. It is primarily studied for its calming properties and its ability to support neurological health and emotional balance.
- Scientific name: Hypericum sinaicum
- Family: Hypericaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Malpighiales, it is classified under the family Hypericaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by 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 sinaicum, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently referred to as Chinese St. John's Wort, while in Chinese, it is commonly called Jing Yue Cao.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several key regions in the Middle East. In Western Asia, its presence can be documented within the territory of Palestine. The species is also found in the Sinai region, which serves as a vital part of its Western Asian range. Furthermore, its habitat extends into the Arabian Peninsula, specifically within Saudi Arabia. Together, these locations define the known environmental footprint of Hypericum sinaicum.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Palestine | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Sinai | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Saudi Arabia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Hypericum sinaicum, is primarily utilized in medicinal applications through its aerial parts. These above-ground structures encompass the entire visible anatomy of the herb, including its stems, leaves, and flowering components. Because the bioactive compounds are concentrated within these upper sections, the aerial parts are typically harvested to prepare various traditional remedies.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Hypericum sinaicum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoid, naringenin, syringic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| naringenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| syringic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Hypericum sinaicum has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiinflammatory, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiinflammatory | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hypericum sinaicum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include edema.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| edema | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |