Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 784 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728053
Common Names
- Olympicum Hypericum
- Hypericum Olympicum
- Olympicum Hypericum
Description
Hypericum olympicum (also called 'Olympic 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 olympicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food for animals.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Hypericum olympicum for. tenuifolium (D.Jord. & Kozuharov) N.Robson
Hypericum olympicum var. minus Heldr. ex Degen
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypericum olympicum has bright yellow flowers with five petals and many yellow stamens. The seed is a three-celled capsule containing numerous small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum olympicum 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 olympicum
Hypericum olympicum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Hypericum olympicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum olympicum?
Hypericum olympicum
What is the common name of Hypericum olympicum?
Olympic St. John's Wort
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum olympicum?
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,