Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
himalaicum
ID:
728401

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Robson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 52: 287 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727734



Common Names

  • Himalayan St. John's Wort
  • Hypericum Himalaicum
  • Himalayan Hypericum


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Synonyms

  • Hypericum monanthemum brachypetalum Franch. [unknown]

Description

Hypericum himalaicum (also called Himalayan St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to East Asia. It typically grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky slopes, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has yellow flowers, and its leaves are oblong and lanceolate.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum himalaicum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum himalaicum is yellow, with four petals and many stamens. The seed is small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum himalaicum is a deciduous shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It is native to the Himalayas. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in pots in a cold greenhouse. Cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a cold frame or in pots in a cold greenhouse.

Where to Find Hypericum himalaicum

Hypericum himalaicum can be found in the Himalayas, India, and Nepal.

Hypericum himalaicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum himalaicum?

Hypericum himalaicum

What is the family of Hypericum himalaicum?

Hypericaceae

What is the common name of Hypericum himalaicum?

Himalayan St. John's Wort

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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