Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
pumilum
ID:
1296847

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sessé & Moc.

Source:
tro

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Fl. Mexic. , ed. 2: 177 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296185



Common Names

  • Hypericum pumilum
  • Dwarf St. John's Wort
  • Pumilum Hypericum


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Description

Hypericum pumilum (also called dwarf St. John's wort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Hypericaceae family. It is native to Japan. It typically grows in subalpine and alpine meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum pumilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat wounds and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hypericum pumilum sub. pumilum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypericum pumilum has small yellow flowers with four petals, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum pumilum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Hypericum pumilum

Hypericum pumilum is native to the southeastern United States and Mexico.

Hypericum pumilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum pumilum?

Hypericum pumilum

What is the family of Hypericum pumilum?

Hypericaceae

Where is Hypericum pumilum found?

Japan

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 tro-7801527: Based on the initial data import
Martín Sessé y Lacasta (1751-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sessé' in the authors string.
José Mariano Mociño (1757-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moc.' in the authors string.