Hypericum stellatum
Hypericum stellatum, commonly known as Starlight St. John's Wort, is a remarkable medicinal herb celebrated for its potent therapeutic properties. Renowned for its ability to support emotional balance and soothe skin irritations, this botanical treasure offers a unique blend of healing benefits, making it a staple in natural wellness.
- Scientific name: Hypericum stellatum
- 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, it is categorized 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, known scientifically as Hypericum stellatum, is referred to by various common names depending on the language and region. In Chinese, it is identified as 星萼金丝桃 (zh), 星萼金丝桃 (zh-hans), and 星萼金丝桃 (zh-cn), while another common Chinese name for it is 鸡蛋黄 (zh). Additionally, in the Czech language, it is known as třezalka hvězdaatá (cs).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 星萼金丝桃 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 星萼金丝桃 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 星萼金丝桃 | Wikidata |
| cs | třezalka hvězdnatá | Wikidata |
| zh | 鸡蛋黄 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Hypericum stellatum, possesses a specific and localized natural range. Its geographical presence is primarily concentrated within the Asian continent. Specifically, the species is native to the South-Central regions of China. Within these territories, it thrives in the unique environmental conditions provided by the local landscape. Consequently, its distribution remains restricted to this particular part of the country.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as St. John's Wort, is primarily utilized for its medicinal properties derived from its aerial parts. These above-ground components include the vibrant yellow flowers, green leaves, and slender stems, all of which contain the bioactive compounds necessary for therapeutic use. When harvesting the aerial parts, it is essential to collect them during the peak flowering stage to ensure the highest concentration of essential constituents.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Hypericum stellatum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include isojacareubin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| isojacareubin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hypericum stellatum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include hepatitis.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| hepatitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |