Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
gladiatum
ID:
1296818

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Robson

Source:
tro

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 20(1): 21. 1990

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296156



Common Names

  • Hypericum gladiatum
  • Gladiatum Hypericum
  • Hypericum


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Description

Hypericum gladiatum (also called gladiator St. John's wort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Hypericaceae family, native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It is a perennial herbaceous plant growing up to 30–50 cm tall, with a woody base. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum gladiatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum gladiatum is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum gladiatum is a shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is generally pest and disease-free. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Hypericum gladiatum

Hypericum gladiatum is native to the United States and can be found in moist, sandy soils in the southeastern states.

Hypericum gladiatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum gladiatum?

Hypericum gladiatum

What is the common name of Hypericum gladiatum?

Gladiatum St. John's Wort

What is the habitat of Hypericum gladiatum?

It is found in dry, rocky, open woods and thickets

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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