Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
millefolium
ID:
1296803

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
tro

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 20A(15): 79 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296141



Common Names

  • Hypericum millefolium
  • Millefolium Hypericum
  • Hypericum Hypericum


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Description

Hypericum millefolium (also called common St. John's wort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Hypericaceae family, native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It is a perennial herbaceous plant growing up to 30–50 cm tall, with a woody base. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum millefolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful yellow flower that can be used for decoration. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum millefolium is yellow with five petals and many yellow stamens. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum millefolium can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Hypericum millefolium

Hypericum millefolium is native to the United States and can be found in moist, sandy soils in the southeastern states.

Hypericum millefolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum millefolium?

Hypericum millefolium

What is the common name of Hypericum millefolium?

Millefolium St. John's Wort

What is the habitat of Hypericum millefolium?

It is found in dry, rocky, open woods and thickets

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 tro-7801455: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.