Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
bithynicum
ID:
728081

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 8: 112 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727414



Common Names

  • Bithynicum St. John's Wort
  • Calathiphorus Screw Pine
  • Breviflorum St. John's Wort


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Synonyms

  • Hypericum ardasenovi R.Keller & Albov [unknown]
  • Hypericum caucasicum (Woronow) Gorschk. [unknown]
  • Hypericum confusum Vandas [illegitimate]
  • Hypericum nordmannii Boiss. [unknown]
  • Hypericum bithynicum stigmatophyllum Rupr. [unknown]
  • Hypericum bithynicum majus Boiss. [unknown]
  • Hypericum ciliatum pseudociliatum R.Keller [unknown]
  • Hypericum perfoliatum pseudociliatum (R.Keller) Woronov [unknown]
  • Hypericum ardasenovii murghulicum Woronov [unknown]
  • Hypericum montbretii caucasicum Woronov [unknown]
  • Hypericum montbretii wittmannianum Woronov [unknown]
  • Hypericum caucasicum wittmannianum (Woronov) Grossh. [unknown]
  • Hypericum caucasicum murghulicum (Woronov) Grossh. [unknown]

Description

Hypericum bithynicum (also called 'Bithynian St. John's Wort', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. It typically grows in dry grasslands, meadows and pastures. It has a woody stem and bright yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum bithynicum has been used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a source of food for humans and animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum bithynicum is yellow, with five petals and numerous stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum bithynicum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a light, well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. For cuttings, take stem cuttings in the spring or summer and place them in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and place the cuttings in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Hypericum bithynicum

Hypericum bithynicum can be found in the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia.

Hypericum bithynicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum bithynicum?

Hypericum bithynicum

What is the common name of Hypericum bithynicum?

Bithynian St. John's Wort

Where is Hypericum bithynicum native to?

Turkey

Species in the Hypericum genus

Species in the Hypericaceae family

Cratoxylum arborescens, Cratoxylum cochinchinense, Cratoxylum formosum, Cratoxylum glaucum, Cratoxylum maingayi, Cratoxylum sumatranum, Eliea articulata, Harungana madagascariensis, Harungana montana, Harungana montana, Harungana rubescens, Hypericum abilianum, Hypericum aciferum, Hypericum acmosepalum, Hypericum acostanum, Hypericum addingtonii, Hypericum adenotrichum, Hypericum adpressum, Hypericum aegypticum, Hypericum aethiopicum, Hypericum afrum, Hypericum amblyocalyx, Hypericum amblysepalum, Hypericum andjerinum, Hypericum androsaemum, Hypericum annulatum, Hypericum apiculatum, Hypericum apricum, Hypericum armenum, Hypericum asahinae, Hypericum ascyron, Hypericum asperuloides, Hypericum asperulum, Hypericum assamicum, Hypericum athoum, Hypericum atomarium, Hypericum attenuatum, Hypericum aucheri, Hypericum augustinii, Hypericum australe, Hypericum aviculariifolium, Hypericum baccharoides, Hypericum balearicum, Hypericum balfourii, Hypericum barbatum, Hypericum beanii, Hypericum beccarii, Hypericum bellum, Hypericum benghalense, Hypericum bequaertii,

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