Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
lydium
ID:
728566

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 1: 57 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727899



Common Names

  • Lydian St. John's Wort
  • Lydian Hypericum
  • Lydian St. Johnswort


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Synonyms

  • Hypericum adenocladum Boiss. [unknown]
  • Hypericum chrysothyrsum (Woronov) Grossh. [unknown]
  • Hypericum ponticum Lipsky [unknown]
  • Hypericum sebasteum Boiss. & Noë [unknown]
  • Hypericum hyssopifolium lydium (Boiss.) Boiss. [unknown]
  • Hypericum helianthemoides nanum R.Keller & Post [unknown]
  • Hypericum hyssopifolium ponticum (Lipsky) Woronov [unknown]
  • Hypericum hyssopifolium chrysothyrsum Woronov [unknown]
  • Hypericum hyssopifolium lydium (Boiss.) Woronov [unknown]

Description

Hypericum lydium (also called Lydian St. John's-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and western Asia. It typically grows in grassy meadows, rocky slopes, and forest edges. It has small yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves with a silvery-green color.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum lydium is used in traditional medicine to treat depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum lydium 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 lydium

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

Hypericum lydium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum lydium?

Hypericum lydium

What is the common name of Hypericum lydium?

Lydian St. John's Wort

Where does Hypericum lydium grow?

Hypericum lydium is found in South Africa

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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