Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
lanceolatum
ID:
728502

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 4: 145 (1797)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727835



Common Names

  • Lanceolate St. John's Wort
  • Lanceolate Hypericum
  • Lanceolate Amber


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Description

Hypericum lanceolatum (also called Lanceolate St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum lanceolatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in the production of herbal teas and extracts for its medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hypericum lanceolatum sub. angustifolium (Lam.) N.Robson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hypericum lanceolatum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum lanceolatum 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 lanceolatum

Hypericum lanceolatum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Hypericum lanceolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum lanceolatum?

Hypericum lanceolatum

What is the family of Hypericum lanceolatum?

Hypericaceae

What is the common name of Hypericum lanceolatum?

Lanceolate 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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