Hypericum caprifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caprifolium
ID:
728121
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Elench. Pl. Nov. : 26 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727454
Common Names
- Caprifolium St. John's Wort
- Caracasanum St. John's Wort
- Cardiophyllum St. John's Wort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hypericum caprifolium (also called Perforate 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 caprifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its fragrant leaves.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypericum caprifolium 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hypericum caprifolium is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division is best done in the spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in moist soil.
Where to Find Hypericum caprifolium
Hypericum caprifolium can be found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.
Hypericum caprifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum caprifolium?
Hypericum caprifolium
What is the common name of Hypericum caprifolium?
Goat's Leaf St. John's Wort
Where is Hypericum caprifolium 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
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:433301-1: Based on the initial data import