Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
dawsonianum
ID:
728206

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rehder

Source:
ksu

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Deutsch. Dendrol. Ges. 19: 253 (1910 publ. 1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727539



Common Names

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


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Description

Hypericum dawsonianum (also called Dawson's 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 dawsonianum 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 dawsonianum is a yellow star-shaped bloom with five petals, and its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are dark green, with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum dawsonianum is a perennial plant that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Hypericum dawsonianum

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

Hypericum dawsonianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum dawsonianum?

Hypericum dawsonianum

What is the common name of Hypericum dawsonianum?

Dawson's St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum dawsonianum?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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,