Status:
valid
Authors:
Poir.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1814
Citation Micro:
Encycl. , Suppl. 3: 699 (1814)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728005
Common Names
- Dwarf St. John's Wort
- Hypericum Nanum
- Dwarf Hypericum
Description
Hypericum nanum (also called Dwarf St. John's-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and western Asia. It typically grows in grassy meadows, rocky slopes, and forest edges. It has small yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves with a silvery-green color.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum nanum 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 nanum are yellow in color and have five petals. They are typically 1-2 cm in diameter. Seed: The seeds of Hypericum nanum are small, black and oval in shape. Seedlings: The seedlings of Hypericum nanum are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum nanum 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 nanum
Hypericum nanum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and Asia.
Hypericum nanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum nanum?
Hypericum nanum
What is the common name of Hypericum nanum?
Dwarf St. John's Wort
Where is Hypericum nanum found?
Hypericum nanum is found in the United States, Canada, and Mexico
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,