Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Robson
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Syst. Biodivers. 4: 52 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727658
Common Names
- St. John's Wort
- Furusei St. John's Wort
- Marsh St. John's Wort
Description
Hypericum furusei (also called Furuse'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 furusei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally to treat depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypericum furusei has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings with a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum furusei 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 furusei
Hypericum furusei can be found in Japan.
Hypericum furusei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum furusei?
Hypericum furusei
What is the common name of Hypericum furusei?
Furuse's St. John's Wort
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum furusei?
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,