Hypericum formosissimum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
formosissimum
ID:
728311
Status:
valid
Authors:
Takht.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Zametki Sist. Geogr. Rast. 9: 22 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727644
Common Names
- St. John's Wort
- Formosissimum St. John's Wort
- Marsh St. John's Wort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hypericum formosissimum (also called Most Beautiful St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Taiwan. It grows in sunny, dry and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum formosissimum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypericum formosissimum 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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Hypericum formosissimum 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 formosissimum
Hypericum formosissimum can be found in the Mediterranean region, North Africa, and parts of Asia.
Hypericum formosissimum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum formosissimum?
Hypericum formosissimum
What is the common name of Hypericum formosissimum?
Most Beautiful St. John's Wort
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum formosissimum?
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,
References
Armen Takhtajan (1910-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Takht.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:428449-1: Based on the initial data import