Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
maculatum
ID:
728578

Status:
valid

Authors:
Crantz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1763

Citation Micro:
Stirp. Austr. Fasc. 2: 64 (1763)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727911



Common Names

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


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Synonyms

  • Hypericum fallax punctatum O.Schwarz [unknown]
  • Hypericum quadrangulum maculatum (Crantz) Choisy [unknown]
  • Hypericum quadrangulum maculatum (Crantz) Goday & Carbonell [unknown]
  • Hypericum tetragonum Fr. [unknown]
  • Hypericum quadrangulum auct. [deprecated]

Description

Hypericum maculatum (also called Spotted St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes. It has yellow flowers with black spots and can reach up to 60 cm in height.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum maculatum 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 maculatum sub. immaculatum (Murb.) A.Fröhl.
Hypericum maculatum sub. obtusiusculum (Tourlet) Hayek
Hypericum maculatum sub. maculatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hypericum maculatum 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 maculatum 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 maculatum

Hypericum maculatum can be found in the eastern United States and Canada.

Hypericum maculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum maculatum?

Hypericum maculatum

What is the common name of Hypericum maculatum?

Spotted St. John's Wort

Where does Hypericum maculatum grow?

Hypericum maculatum 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,