Alpha Selves
Hypericum
Alpha Selves are botanical parts that express distinct chemical and structural profiles.
This genus represents one of the most refined expressions of Alpha Selves, with tightly localized and highly specific bioactive compounds.
This genus represents one of the most refined expressions of Alpha Selves, with tightly localized and highly specific bioactive compounds.
System Logic
- Strong localization of specialized metabolites in aerial glandular tissues
- Chemical identity defined by a small set of highly active compounds
Leaves & Flowers
- Very high specialization with defined compound axis
- Naphthodianthrones (hypericin), phloroglucinols (hyperforin), and flavonoids
- Localized in specialized glandular structures
- Core domain of photodynamic, antimicrobial, and neuroactive functions
Stems
- Minimal to low metabolite specialization
- Transport and structural continuity
- Limited contribution to core biochemical identity
Roots
- Minimal metabolite specialization
- Structural support and baseline metabolic functions