Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
forrestii
ID:
728317

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chitt.) N.Robson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Hort. Soc. 95: 491 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727650



Common Names

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


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Synonyms

  • Hypericum patulum forrestii (Chitt.) Rehder [unknown]
  • Hypericum patulum forrestii Chitt. [unknown]

Description

Hypericum forrestii (also called Forrest's St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China. It grows in sunny, dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum forrestii is yellow, with four petals and a prominent cluster of stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single stem and small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum forrestii 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 forrestii

Hypericum forrestii can be found in the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Hypericum forrestii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum forrestii?

Hypericum forrestii

What is the common name of Hypericum forrestii?

Forrest's St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum forrestii?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2858141: Based on the initial data import
Frederick James Chittenden (1873-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chitt.' in the authors string.
Norman Keith Bonner Robson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Robson' in the authors string.