Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
diffusum
ID:
1254827

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
tro

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 10: 124. 1906

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254165



Common Names

  • Hypericum diffusum
  • Diffuse St. John's Wort
  • Diffusum St. John's Wort


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Description

Hypericum diffusum (also called Spreading St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Hypericaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial with yellow flowers and opposite leaves. Native to the eastern United States, it grows in open, grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum diffusum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypericum diffusum has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small, brown and angular in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum diffusum is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Hypericum diffusum

Hypericum diffusum is native to the southeastern United States.

Hypericum diffusum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum diffusum?

Hypericum diffusum

What type of plant is Hypericum diffusum?

Hypericum diffusum is a species of flowering plant in the family Hypericaceae.

Where is Hypericum diffusum found?

Hypericum diffusum is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

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,

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