Status:
valid
Authors:
Pesmen
Source:
cmp
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 38: 436 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727938
Common Names
- Malatya St. John's Wort
- Malatya Hypericum
- Malatya St. Johnswort
Description
Hypericum malatyanum (also called Malatya St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Turkey. 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 malatyanum 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 malatyanum are yellow, with five petals and many stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum malatyanum 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 malatyanum
Hypericum malatyanum can be found in the mountains of Turkey.
Hypericum malatyanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum malatyanum?
Hypericum malatyanum
What is the common name of Hypericum malatyanum?
Malatya St. John's Wort
Where does Hypericum malatyanum grow?
Hypericum malatyanum is found in Turkey
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,