Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
maclarenii
ID:
728573

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Robson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 12: 270 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727906



Common Names

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


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Description

Hypericum maclarenii (also called MacLaren's 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 maclarenii 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

The flowers of Hypericum maclarenii are yellow, with five petals and many stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum maclarenii 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 maclarenii

Hypericum maclarenii can be found in the mountains of the western United States.

Hypericum maclarenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum maclarenii?

Hypericum maclarenii

What is the common name of Hypericum maclarenii?

MacLaren's St. John's Wort

Where does Hypericum maclarenii grow?

Hypericum maclarenii 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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