Hardcover. The genus Hypericum is the most important of the Hypericaceae family, widespread all over the world, with about 400 species. It is a herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. The authors focus on Hypericum perforatum L, one of the most well-known species, which is widely diffused in dry meadows, in forest clearances, along tracks and roads, from the sea level up to 1600 m of elevation. Also known as St John's wort, the applications of Hypericum perforatum L are reviewed. Literature data on ethnobotanical practices, main active constituents, pharmacological activity and applications of Hypericum species throughout the world are discussed as well. Other chapters review cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb) concentration in the herbs of Hypericum species; hyperforin as the main active component of the Hypericum perforatum extract and its medicinal uses; and finally, Hypericum sinaicumis is discussed, one of the rarest species. In particular, the distribution of species is addressed and the environmental factors affecting it. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Title: Hypericum (Hardcover)
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers Inc, New York
Publication Date: 2015
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1634827015
ISBN 13: 9781634827010
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: new

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The genus Hypericum is the most important of the Hypericaceae family, widespread all over the world, with about 400 species. It is a herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. The authors focus on Hypericum perforatum L, one of the most well-known species, which is widely diffused in dry meadows, in forest clearances, along tracks and roads, from the sea level up to 1600 m of elevation. Also known as St John's wort, the applications of Hypericum perforatum L are reviewed. Literature data on ethnobotanical practices, main active constituents, pharmacological activity and applications of Hypericum species throughout the world are discussed as well. Other chapters review cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb) concentration in the herbs of Hypericum species; hyperforin as the main active component of the Hypericum perforatum extract and its medicinal uses; and finally, Hypericum sinaicumis is discussed, one of the rarest species. In particular, the distribution of species is addressed and the environmental factors affecting it.

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