Status:
valid
Authors:
Klotzsch ex Reichardt
Source:
tro
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 12(1): 189 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295722
Common Names
- Manyseeded St. Johnswort
- Polyanthemum St. Johnswort
- Manyseeded Hypericum
Description
Hypericum polyanthemum (also called Many-flowered St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It has yellow flowers with five petals and is native to South America. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum polyanthemum is used for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat wounds, cuts, and bruises.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypericum polyanthemum has small yellow flowers with five petals and numerous yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum polyanthemum is a small evergreen shrub that is native to Central and South America. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a potting mix and kept moist until they germinate. Stem cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and placed in a potting mix until they root.
Where to Find Hypericum polyanthemum
Hypericum polyanthemum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is typically found in sunny, dry places such as meadows and rocky slopes.
Hypericum polyanthemum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum polyanthemum?
Hypericum polyanthemum
What are the common names of Hypericum polyanthemum?
Many-flowered St. John's Wort, Many-flowered Hypericum
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum polyanthemum?
It is found in moist, open woods, thickets, and meadows in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
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,