Status:
valid
Authors:
Choisy
Source:
cmp
Year:
1824
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 1: 551 (1824)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727590
Common Names
- St. John's Wort
- Elodeoides St. John's Wort
- Marsh St. John's Wort
Description
Hypericum elodeoides (also called 'Elodea-Like St. John's Wort', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands, and has bright yellow flowers with five petals and toothed leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum elodeoides 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 elodeoides sub. wardii N.Robson
Hypericum elodeoides sub. elodeoides
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypericum elodeoides is yellow, with five petals and many stamens. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum elodeoides 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 elodeoides
Hypericum elodeoides can be found in the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia.
Hypericum elodeoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum elodeoides?
Hypericum elodeoides
What is the common name of Hypericum elodeoides?
Elodeoides St. John's Wort
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum elodeoides?
Dry grassland, rocky slopes, and 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,