Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
hypericoides
ID:
728422

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Crantz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1766

Citation Micro:
Inst. Rei Herb. 2: 520. 1766

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727755



Common Names

  • Marsh St. John's Wort
  • Spotted St. John's Wort
  • Sticky St. John's Wort


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Description

Hypericum hypericoides (also called 'St. Andrew's Cross', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. It typically grows in dry grasslands, meadows and pastures. It has a woody stem and bright yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hypericum hypericoides sub. hypericoides
Hypericum hypericoides sub. multicaule (Michx. ex Willd.) N.Robson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Hypericum hypericoides are yellow in color and have five petals. They are typically 1-2 cm in diameter. Seed: The seeds of Hypericum hypericoides are small, black and oval in shape. Seedlings: The seedlings of Hypericum hypericoides are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum hypericoides is a deciduous shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. 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 hypericoides

Hypericum hypericoides can be found in Europe, North Africa, and Asia.

Hypericum hypericoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum hypericoides?

Hypericum hypericoides

What is the common name of Hypericum hypericoides?

St. Andrew's Cross

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum hypericoides?

It is found in the eastern United States and Canada

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-2858268: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Johann Nepomuk von Crantz (1722-1797): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crantz' in the authors string.