Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
mysurense
ID:
728662

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall. ex Wight & Arn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient. : 99 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727995



Common Names

  • Mysore St. John's Wort
  • Hypericum Mysurense
  • Mysore Hypericum


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Description

Hypericum mysurense (also called Mysore St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to India. 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 mysurense has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, digestive problems, and anxiety. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Hypericum mysurense are yellow in color and have five petals. They are typically 1-2 cm in diameter. Seed: The seeds of Hypericum mysurense are small, black and oval in shape. Seedlings: The seedlings of Hypericum mysurense are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum mysurense is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Hypericum mysurense

Hypericum mysurense can be found in India.

Hypericum mysurense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum mysurense?

Hypericum mysurense

What is the common name of Hypericum mysurense?

Mysore St. John's Wort

Where is Hypericum mysurense found?

Hypericum mysurense is found in India and Sri Lanka

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-2858556: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.