Status:
valid
Authors:
L.H.Wu & F.S.Wang
Source:
tro
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 42: 76 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273679
Common Names
- Hypericum Enshiense
- Enshiense Hypericum
- Enshiense
Description
Hypericum enshiense (also called Enshi Hypericum, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to East Asia. It is characterized by its leathery, dark green leaves and its small, yellow flowers. It is found in mountainous regions, in forests, and in humid, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum enshiense is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypericum enshiense is yellow and star-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small, green, and oval-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum enshiense is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. Take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a pot with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should take root in a few weeks. It can also be propagated from seed, though this is more difficult and less successful.
Where to Find Hypericum enshiense
Hypericum enshiense can be found in the tropical forests of China.
Hypericum enshiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum enshiense?
Hypericum enshiense
What is the common name of Hypericum enshiense?
Enshi St. John's wort
Where is Hypericum enshiense found?
It is native to China
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
Li Hong Wu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.H.Wu' in the authors string.
Fa Song Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.S.Wang' in the authors string.