Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
capitatum
ID:
728120

Status:
valid

Authors:
Choisy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1821

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Monogr. Hypéric. : 57 (1821)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727453



Common Names

  • Capitatum St. John's Wort
  • Caprifolium St. John's Wort
  • Caracasanum St. John's Wort


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Synonyms

  • Hypericum rubrum Hochst. [unknown]
  • Hypericum laeve rubrum (Hochst.) Boiss. [unknown]
  • Hypericum laeve rubrum (Hochst.) Stapf [unknown]

Description

Hypericum capitatum (also called Dwarf St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides, and has yellow flowers with five petals.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hypericum capitatum var. luteum N.Robson
Hypericum capitatum var. capitatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum capitatum is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum capitatum 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 capitatum

Hypericum capitatum can be found in the Mediterranean region, especially in Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Hypericum capitatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum capitatum?

Hypericum capitatum

What is the common name of Hypericum capitatum?

Headed St. John's Wort

Where is Hypericum capitatum 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