Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
gramineum
ID:
728354

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Forst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1786

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ins. Austr. : 53 (1786)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727687



Common Names

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


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Synonyms

  • Ascyrum involutum Labill. [unknown]
  • Brathys billardierei Spach [unknown]
  • Brathys forsteri Spach [unknown]
  • Hypericum foetidum Hook.f. & Thomson ex Dyer [unknown]
  • Hypericum gramineum ericifolium Domin [unknown]
  • Hypericum gramineum genuinum Domin [unknown]
  • Hypericum gramineum pedicellare (Endl.) Domin [unknown]
  • Hypericum japonicum gramineum (G.Forst.) Maiden & Betche [unknown]
  • Hypericum involutum (Labill.) Choisy [unknown]
  • Hypericum pedicellare Endl. [unknown]
  • Hypericum japonicum australe R.Keller [unknown]
  • Hypericum pauciflorum involutum (Labill.) C.Rodr.Jim. [unknown]
  • Hypericum japonicum kainantense Masam. [unknown]
  • Hypericum japonicum lanceolatum Y.Kimura [unknown]
  • Sarothra graminea (G.Forst.) Y.Kimura [unknown]
  • Sarothra saginoides Y.Kimura [unknown]

Description

Hypericum gramineum (also called 'Grass-Like St. John's Wort', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands, and has bright yellow flowers with five petals and toothed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum gramineum 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 gramineum

Hypericum gramineum can be found in the Mediterranean region, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Hypericum gramineum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum gramineum?

Hypericum gramineum

What is the common name of Hypericum gramineum?

Grass-like St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum gramineum?

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-2858191: Based on the initial data import
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.