Hypericum iwate-littorale - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
iwate-littorale
ID:
728442
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Koidz.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
J. Pl. Iwateken 2(2): 89 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727775
Common Names
- Iwate St. John's Wort
- Iwate Hypericum
- Iwate St. Johnswort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hypericum iwate-littorale (also called Iwate St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan. It grows in moist meadows, woodlands, and along roadsides. It has yellow flowers and small, oval leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum iwate-littorale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases, wounds, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hypericum iwate-littorale are yellow, with five petals and many stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.
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Hypericum iwate-littorale is a deciduous shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It is native to Japan. 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 iwate-littorale
Hypericum iwate-littorale can be found in Japan.
Hypericum iwate-littorale FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum iwate-littorale?
Hypericum iwate-littorale
What is the common name of Hypericum iwate-littorale?
Iwate St. John's-wort
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum iwate-littorale?
It is found in the mountains of Japan
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-2858296: Based on the initial data import
Hideo Koidzumi (1885-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Koidz.' in the authors string.