Hypericum lysimachioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lysimachioides
ID:
728568
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wall.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Numer. List [Wallich] n. 4817. 1831
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727901
Common Names
- Lysimachia-Leaved St. John's Wort
- Lysimachia-Leaved Hypericum
- Lysimachia-Leaved St. Johnswort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hypericum lysimachioides (also called Lysimachia-leaved 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 that resemble those of a lysimachia plant.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum lysimachioides 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Hypericum lysimachioides var. lysimachioidesFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: The flowers of Hypericum lysimachioides are yellow in color and have five petals. They are typically 1-2 cm in diameter. Seed: The seeds of Hypericum lysimachioides are small, black and oval in shape. Seedlings: The seedlings of Hypericum lysimachioides are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
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Hypericum lysimachioides 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 lysimachioides
Hypericum lysimachioides can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Hypericum lysimachioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum lysimachioides?
Hypericum lysimachioides
What is the common name of Hypericum lysimachioides?
Lysimachia-like St. John's Wort
Where does Hypericum lysimachioides grow?
Hypericum lysimachioides 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2858433: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.