Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
chamaemyrtus
ID:
728146

Status:
valid

Authors:
Triana & Planch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 18: 298 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727479



Common Names

  • Chamaemyrtus Hypericum
  • St. John's Wort
  • Tutsan


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Description

Hypericum chamaemyrtus (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 chamaemyrtus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases, wounds, and fever.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hypericum chamaemyrtus sub. pseudocaracasanum (Steyerm.) N.Robson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum chamaemyrtus 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 chamaemyrtus is a perennial plant that prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated 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 chamaemyrtus

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

Hypericum chamaemyrtus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum chamaemyrtus?

Hypericum chamaemyrtus

What is the common name of Hypericum chamaemyrtus?

Low St. John's Wort

Where is Hypericum chamaemyrtus 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-2857907: Based on the initial data import
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.