Status:
valid
Authors:
Yıld.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Ot Sist. Bot. Dergisi 2(2): 12 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728116
Common Names
- Peshmenii Hypericum
- Hypericum Peshmenii
- Peshmenii Hypericum
Description
Hypericum peshmenii (also called Peshmen's St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows in damp meadows, marshes, and other wet areas. It has yellow flowers with five petals, and its leaves are narrow and lance-shaped.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum peshmenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating wounds, inflammation, and skin disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypericum peshmenii 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 peshmenii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. Pruning and deadheading are recommended to encourage new growth and flowering.
Where to Find Hypericum peshmenii
Hypericum peshmenii can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.
Hypericum peshmenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum peshmenii?
Hypericum peshmenii
What family does Hypericum peshmenii belong to?
Hypericaceae
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum peshmenii?
Forests, woodlands, and shrublands
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,