Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
foliosum
ID:
728308

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aiton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. 3: 104 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727641



Common Names

  • St. John's Wort
  • Foliosum St. John's Wort
  • Marsh St. John's Wort


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Description

Hypericum foliosum (also called Leafy St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Europe, North Africa and Asia. It grows in sunny, dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum foliosum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum foliosum is yellow, with five petals and many stamens. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum foliosum is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. It is best to keep the soil temperature at 70-75°F (21-24°C). Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be thinned to a spacing of 12-18 inches (30-45 cm).

Where to Find Hypericum foliosum

Hypericum foliosum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Hypericum foliosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum foliosum?

Hypericum foliosum

What is the common name of Hypericum foliosum?

Foliose St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum foliosum?

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,

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