Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
quartinianum
ID:
728882

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Tent. Fl. Abyss. 1: 97 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728215



Common Names

  • Hypericum quartinianum
  • St. John's Wort
  • Tutsan


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Description

Hypericum quartinianum (also called Quartinian's St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 0.5 to 1.5 m and has yellow, star-shaped flowers. It prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum quartinianum is used to treat anxiety, depression, and insomnia. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypericum quartinianum has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum quartinianum 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 quartinianum

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

Hypericum quartinianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum quartinianum?

Hypericum quartinianum

What is the common name of Hypericum quartinianum?

Quartin's St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum quartinianum?

Hypericum quartinianum 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,

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