Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
conjungens
ID:
728173

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Robson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 13: 397 (1958 publ. 1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727506



Common Names

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


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Synonyms

  • Hypericum milne-redheadii Gilli [unknown]

Description

Hypericum conjungens (also called Jointed 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 conjungens is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties such as treating skin conditions and digestive issues, and as a flavoring agent in food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum conjungens is yellow, with four petals and a prominent cluster of stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single stem and small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum conjungens 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 conjungens

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

Hypericum conjungens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum conjungens?

Hypericum conjungens

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum conjungens?

It is found in dry, open forests and woodlands.

What is the growth habit of Hypericum conjungens?

It is an erect herb with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves.

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,