Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
majus
ID:
728603

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Britton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club 5: 225 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727936



Common Names

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


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Synonyms

  • Sarothra major (A.Gray) Y.Kimura [unknown]
  • Hypericum canadense majus A.Gray [unknown]
  • Hypericum mutilum longifolium R.Keller [unknown]

Description

Hypericum majus (also called Greater 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 majus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hypericum majus 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 majus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a light, well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. For cuttings, take stem cuttings in the spring or summer and place them in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and place the cuttings in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Hypericum majus

Hypericum majus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Hypericum majus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum majus?

Hypericum majus

What is the common name of Hypericum majus?

Greater St. John's Wort

Where does Hypericum majus grow?

Hypericum majus 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-2858474: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.