Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
caespitosum
ID:
728105

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cham. & Schltdl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 3: 126 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727438



Common Names

  • Caespitosum St. John's Wort
  • Callithyrsum St. John's Wort
  • Calycinum St. John's Wort


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Synonyms

  • Hypericum muscoides Phil. [unknown]
  • Hypericum chilense muscoides (Phil.) Reiche [unknown]
  • Hypericum uliginosum prostratum R.Keller [unknown]
  • Hypericum chilense Gay [unknown]

Description

Hypericum caespitosum (also called St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It typically grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky slopes, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has yellow flowers, and its leaves are oblong and lanceolate.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum caespitosum 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 caespitosum 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 caespitosum is a perennial shrub native to Europe. It grows to a height of 2-3 feet and has bright yellow flowers. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Division can be done by carefully dividing the rootball and replanting the divisions.

Where to Find Hypericum caespitosum

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

Hypericum caespitosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum caespitosum?

Hypericum caespitosum

What is the common name of Hypericum caespitosum?

Tufted St. John's Wort

Where is Hypericum caespitosum native to?

Europe

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2857848: Based on the initial data import
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.