Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 5: 364 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728169
Common Names
- Hypericum Pulogense
- Hypericum Pulogense Sp
- Hypericum Pulogense Var
Description
Hypericum pulogense (also called Pulo St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it grows in moist, shady soils and open woods.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum pulogense 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 pulogense is yellow in color and star-shaped. It has five petals and five sepals. The seed of Hypericum pulogense is a black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Hypericum pulogense are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum pulogense 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 pulogense
Hypericum pulogense can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey, and North Africa.
Hypericum pulogense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum pulogense?
Hypericum pulogense
What is the common name of Hypericum pulogense?
Pulog St. John's Wort
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum pulogense?
Hypericum pulogense is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist, tropical forests.
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,