Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
geminiflorum
ID:
728336

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Oxford) 9: 144 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727669



Common Names

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


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Synonyms

  • Takasagoya geminiflora (Hemsl.) Y.Kimura [unknown]
  • Hypericum pustulosum R.Keller [unknown]

Description

Hypericum geminiflorum (also called Twin-flowered 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 geminiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally to treat depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hypericum geminiflorum sub. simplicistylum (Hayata) N.Robson
Hypericum geminiflorum sub. geminiflorum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypericum geminiflorum has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum geminiflorum 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 geminiflorum

Hypericum geminiflorum can be found in the eastern United States and Canada.

Hypericum geminiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum geminiflorum?

Hypericum geminiflorum

What is the common name of Hypericum geminiflorum?

Twin-Flowered St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum geminiflorum?

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