Hypericum marginatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
marginatum
ID:
728609
Status:
valid
Authors:
Woronow
Source:
cmp
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Vestn. Tiflissk. Bot. Sada 22: 6 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727942
Common Names
- Marginate St. John's Wort
- Marginate Hypericum
- Marginate St. Johnswort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hypericum marginatum (also called Marginated 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 marginatum 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 marginatum 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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Hypericum marginatum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mixture and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mixture.
Where to Find Hypericum marginatum
Hypericum marginatum can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Hypericum marginatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum marginatum?
Hypericum marginatum
What is the common name of Hypericum marginatum?
Margined St. John's Wort
Where does Hypericum marginatum grow?
Hypericum marginatum 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-2858481: Based on the initial data import
Yury Nikolaevitch Voronov (1874-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Woronow' in the authors string.