Hypericum kamtschaticum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kamtschaticum
ID:
728461
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ledeb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Denkschr. Königl.-Baier. Bot. Ges. Regensburg 3: 131 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727794
Common Names
- Kamchatka St. John's Wort
- Kamchatka Hypericum
- Kamchatka Amber
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hypericum kamtschaticum (also called Kamchatka St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Asia. It grows in moist meadows, woodlands, and along roadsides. It has yellow flowers and small, oval leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum kamtschaticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its fragrant leaves.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypericum kamtschaticum is a yellow star-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
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Hypericum kamtschaticum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a mix of sand and peat. It is best to plant in a sunny, sheltered spot in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Hypericum kamtschaticum
Hypericum kamtschaticum can be found in the mountains of Russia and Japan.
Hypericum kamtschaticum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum kamtschaticum?
Hypericum kamtschaticum
What is the common name of Hypericum kamtschaticum?
Kamchatka St. John's-wort
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum kamtschaticum?
It is found in the mountains of Russia and 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-2858316: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich von Ledebour (1786-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ledeb.' in the authors string.