Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
pseudopetiolatum
ID:
728828

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Keller

Source:
cmp

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 5: 638 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728161



Common Names

  • Hypericum Pseudopetiolatum
  • Hypericum Pseudopetiolatum Sp
  • Hypericum Pseudopetiolatum Var


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Synonyms

  • Hypericum fukudae H.Koidz. [unknown]
  • Hypericum koshiense Koidz. [unknown]
  • Hypericum lygophyllum H.Koidz. [unknown]
  • Hypericum oliganthum montanum Y.Kimura [unknown]
  • Hypericum oliganthum suberectum Y.Kimura [unknown]
  • Hypericum oliganthum elatum Y.Kimura [unknown]
  • Hypericum pseudopetiolatum elatum (Y.Kimura) Y.Kimura [unknown]
  • Hypericum pseudopetiolatum montanum (Y.Kimura) Y.Kimura [unknown]
  • Hypericum pseudopetiolatum koshiense (Koidz.) Y.Kimura [unknown]
  • Hypericum pseudopetiolatum suberectum (Y.Kimura) Y.Kimura [unknown]
  • Hypericum penthorodes lucidum Y.Kimura [unknown]

Description

Hypericum pseudopetiolatum (also called Pseudopetiolate 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 pseudopetiolatum is used to treat anxiety, depression, and insomnia. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum pseudopetiolatum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a mixture of sand and peat. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sheltered spot until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be planted out in the garden.

Where to Find Hypericum pseudopetiolatum

Hypericum pseudopetiolatum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey, and North Africa.

Hypericum pseudopetiolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum pseudopetiolatum?

Hypericum pseudopetiolatum

What is the common name of Hypericum pseudopetiolatum?

False Petioled St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum pseudopetiolatum?

Hypericum pseudopetiolatum is native to North America and is found in moist, shady woods and along stream banks.

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-2858760: Based on the initial data import
Robert Keller (1854-1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Keller' in the authors string.