Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1797
Citation Micro:
Encycl. 4: 171 (1797)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727841
Common Names
- Lanuginose St. John's Wort
- Lanuginose Hypericum
- Lanuginose Amber
Synonyms
- Hypericum gracile Boiss. [unknown]
- Hypericum pestalozzae Boiss. [unknown]
- Hypericum scabrellum Boiss. [unknown]
Description
Hypericum lanuginosum (also called Downy St. John's-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It typically grows in grassy meadows, rocky slopes, and forest edges. It has small yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves covered in soft, white hairs.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum lanuginosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in the production of herbal teas and extracts for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hypericum lanuginosum are yellow, with five petals and many stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum lanuginosum is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Dig up the plant and divide the root ball into several sections, making sure each section has some roots and shoots.
Where to Find Hypericum lanuginosum
Hypericum lanuginosum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Hypericum lanuginosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum lanuginosum?
Hypericum lanuginosum
What is the family of Hypericum lanuginosum?
Hypericaceae
What is the common name of Hypericum lanuginosum?
Lanuginose 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,