Hypericum oblongifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oblongifolium
ID:
728704
Status:
valid
Authors:
Choisy
Source:
cmp
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Monogr. Hypéric. : 42 (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728037
Common Names
- Oblongifolium Hypericum
- Hypericum Oblongifolium
- Oblongifolium Hypericum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hypericum oblongifolium (also called 'Oblong-leaved St. John's wort', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to Europe and is found in moist and shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum oblongifolium 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
The flower of Hypericum oblongifolium is yellow, with four petals and many stamens. The seed is small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hypericum oblongifolium 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 oblongifolium
Hypericum oblongifolium can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Hypericum oblongifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum oblongifolium?
Hypericum oblongifolium
What is the common name of Hypericum oblongifolium?
Oblong-leaved St. John's Wort
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum oblongifolium?
It is found in the temperate forests of Europe
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-2858607: Based on the initial data import
Jacques Denys Choisy (1799-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Choisy' in the authors string.