Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
phellos
ID:
728788

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gleason

Source:
cmp

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 56: 106 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728121



Common Names

  • Phellos Hypericum
  • Hypericum Phellos
  • Phellos Hypericum


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Synonyms

  • Hypericum tamamum Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Hypericum phellos (also called Phellos 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 phellos is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hypericum phellos sub. platyphyllum (Gleason) N.Robson
Hypericum phellos sub. phellos

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum phellos is yellow in color and star-shaped. It has five petals and five sepals. The seed of Hypericum phellos is a black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Hypericum phellos are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum phellos 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 phellos

Hypericum phellos can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Hypericum phellos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum phellos?

Hypericum phellos

What family does Hypericum phellos belong to?

Hypericaceae

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum phellos?

Grasslands, 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2858710: Based on the initial data import
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.