Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
gaitii
ID:
728326

Status:
valid

Authors:
Haines

Source:
cmp

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Asiat. Soc. Bengal 15: 311 (1919 publ. 1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727659



Common Names

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


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Description

Hypericum gaitii (also called Gait'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 gaitii 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 gaitii has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum gaitii is a perennial shrub native to Europe. It grows to a height of 2-3 feet and has bright yellow flowers. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Division can be done by carefully dividing the rootball and replanting the divisions.

Where to Find Hypericum gaitii

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

Hypericum gaitii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum gaitii?

Hypericum gaitii

What is the common name of Hypericum gaitii?

Gait's St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum gaitii?

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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